Asian states must not waste the chance to address crimes against humanity
Asian states must not waste the chance to address crimes against humanity Amnesty International
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A Chance to Address Crimes Against Humanity: The Role of Asian States
By Jan Wetzel, Senior Legal Advisor at Amnesty International
A treaty to address crimes against humanity globally has been under discussion for a decade. Next week in New York, states have a key opportunity to move towards turning it into a reality, and those from the Asia-Pacific region have a crucial role to play.
The general need for this treaty is beyond doubt. No region of the world is free from crimes against humanity. In the past 10 years alone, Amnesty International found such atrocities in at least 18 countries in all parts of the world. The Asia-Pacific has its share of experiences, spanning from the past – Japan, Cambodia, Timor-Leste, and Sri Lanka – to the present: Afghanistan, Xinjiang in China, Myanmar’s treatment of the Rohingya and other populations, the Philippines in its “war on drugs.”
At the beginning of April, a committee of the United Nations General Assembly will meet to discuss a proposed international response to this scourge. What may seem like a technical exercise for specialists is in fact a major chance to improve the global framework for international justice.
Read the full article in The Diplomat
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
The article discusses the need for a treaty to address crimes against humanity globally, which is directly connected to SDG 16. SDG 10 is also relevant as it aims to reduce inequalities, including addressing human rights abuses and ensuring equal access to justice.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- Target 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
- Target 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status.
The article highlights the need for a global framework for international justice to address crimes against humanity, which aligns with Target 16.3. It also mentions the importance of addressing human rights abuses in various countries, which relates to Target 10.2.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
Yes, there are indicators implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets. However, the article does not explicitly mention specific indicators. Possible indicators could include:
- Number of countries ratifying and implementing the treaty on crimes against humanity.
- Number of prosecutions and convictions for crimes against humanity.
- Level of access to justice for victims of crimes against humanity.
- Reduction in human rights abuses and inequalities in countries affected by crimes against humanity.
These indicators would help assess progress towards the targets of promoting the rule of law, ensuring equal access to justice, and reducing inequalities.
4. Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | Target 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all. | – Number of countries ratifying and implementing the treaty on crimes against humanity. – Number of prosecutions and convictions for crimes against humanity. – Level of access to justice for victims of crimes against humanity. |
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | Target 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status. | – Reduction in human rights abuses and inequalities in countries affected by crimes against humanity. |
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Source: amnesty.org
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