第57回人権理事会 議題4 シリア人権状況独立調査委員会による口頭報告に関するインタラクティブ・ダイアローグにおける竹内康朗専門調査員ステートメント（2024年9月23日）
令和6年9月23日
The 57th Session of the Human Rights Council
Item 4: Interactive dialogue with the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic
Statement by Mr. TAKEUCHI Yasuaki, Human Rights Adviser
The Permanent Mission of Japan in Geneva
23 September 2024
Item 4: Interactive dialogue with the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic
Statement by Mr. TAKEUCHI Yasuaki, Human Rights Adviser
The Permanent Mission of Japan in Geneva
23 September 2024
Thank you, Madam Vice-President.
Japan appreciates the efforts of the Commission of Inquiry and its continued commitment to ensuring accountability for all parties involved in the Syrian conflict, despite the ongoing lack of access to the country.
Thirteen years have passed since the outbreak of armed conflict in Syria, and the human rights situation is now further deteriorating. Japan remains deeply alarmed by the numerous reports of escalating violence and hostilities, which have led to severe violations of international human rights and international humanitarian law in Syria. These include the killing of civilians and instances of sexual and gender-based violence in detention centers.
We are also concerned about the heightened regional tensions, beyond the ongoing conflict in Gaza, which have resulted in increasing civilian casualties.
Moreover, the continued lack of humanitarian access in Syria is exacerbating the dire living conditions of civilians and impeding their ability to enjoy fundamental human rights, including the right to adequate food. Japan calls on all parties to ensure respect for IHL and facilitate unhindered access for impartial humanitarian assistance.
Japan reaffirms its commitment to resolving this crisis through engagement and dialogue with key stakeholders. We once again call for a nationwide ceasefire and urge all parties to work towards a political solution in accordance with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2254.
I thank you, Madam Vice-President.
Japan appreciates the efforts of the Commission of Inquiry and its continued commitment to ensuring accountability for all parties involved in the Syrian conflict, despite the ongoing lack of access to the country.
Thirteen years have passed since the outbreak of armed conflict in Syria, and the human rights situation is now further deteriorating. Japan remains deeply alarmed by the numerous reports of escalating violence and hostilities, which have led to severe violations of international human rights and international humanitarian law in Syria. These include the killing of civilians and instances of sexual and gender-based violence in detention centers.
We are also concerned about the heightened regional tensions, beyond the ongoing conflict in Gaza, which have resulted in increasing civilian casualties.
Moreover, the continued lack of humanitarian access in Syria is exacerbating the dire living conditions of civilians and impeding their ability to enjoy fundamental human rights, including the right to adequate food. Japan calls on all parties to ensure respect for IHL and facilitate unhindered access for impartial humanitarian assistance.
Japan reaffirms its commitment to resolving this crisis through engagement and dialogue with key stakeholders. We once again call for a nationwide ceasefire and urge all parties to work towards a political solution in accordance with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2254.
I thank you, Madam Vice-President.