oreign Minister Sugiono will lead\u00a0Indonesia\u2019s delegation to\u00a0next week\u2019s 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), the Foreign Ministry has confirmed, as the country prepares to preside over the Geneva-based body for the first time.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
The session, running Monday through Sunday, will cover a broad agenda including the\u00a0use of digital technologies, financing for sustainable development, and the rights of\u00a0children and persons with\u00a0disabilities. Delegates from\u00a047 countries are expected to participate.<\/p>\n
Director for Human Rights and Migration Affairs Indah Nuria Savitri said on Thursday that Indonesia is aiming to secure the session’s first speaking slot on Monday, when Sugiono will deliver the country’s national statement.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe session will take place amid rapidly evolving global dynamics closely tied to the promotion and protection of human rights, which will likely be reflected throughout the proceedings,\u201d Indah said.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cAgainst this backdrop, the foreign minister will deliver a national statement to outline the latest developments in Indonesia, including conflict management in the country,\u201d she continued.\u00a0<\/p>\n