UN commemoration of Durban Declaration: What’s on agenda, who will attend?
Summary
The United Nations General Assembly is holding a meeting to mark the 25th anniversary of the Durban Declaration, a global plan to fight racism and discrimination. The meeting will review progress, promote dialogue, and adopt a political declaration to renew efforts against racism and related issues.Key Facts
- The Durban Declaration was adopted at the 2001 World Conference Against Racism in Durban, South Africa.
- It addresses racism, xenophobia (fear or hatred of foreigners), and Indigenous peoples' rights.
- The declaration calls for ending all forms of discrimination and recognizes past crimes like slavery, apartheid, and genocide.
- It includes a clause supporting the Palestinian people's right to self-determination and an independent state.
- Israel and the United States opposed the original declaration, especially parts related to Israel and Palestinian refugees.
- The declaration is not legally binding but is a strong political statement adopted by most UN members.
- The 25th anniversary meeting will be held at the UN Headquarters in New York and will be available online.
- The event aims to raise awareness of the declaration and renew international commitment to fighting racism worldwide.
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