Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 15 June 2023
150. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs the degree to which he and his EU/UN colleagues continue to monitor the situation in various trouble spots globally including Yemen, Syria and on the African continent with particular reference to non-compliance with international human rights standards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29029/23]
View answerConflict and human rights abuses regrettably continue to be prevalent throughout the world and are a significant driver of humanitarian crises. The number and complexity of these crises globally has increased in recent years, as evidenced by the UN estimating that in 2023, a record 339 million people will need humanitarian assistance and protection – a significant increase from 274 million people at the beginning of 2022.
Respect for human rights and their promotion is a cornerstone of Irish foreign policy. Ireland actively adheres to core international and European human rights treaties and strongly and actively supports the strengthening of regional and multilateral human rights frameworks.
The EU, through implementation of its Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP), works globally to support the preservation of peace, the strengthening of international security, the promotion of international cooperation and development and consolidation of democracy, the rule of law and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. Ireland is an active participant in and contributor to CFSP implementation and in supporting EU and UN efforts to address the root causes of conflict and human rights violations.
