adoption du projet de résolution présenté par l’Algérie sur l’impact des mines antipersonnel
Resolution on Landmines Adopted by UN Human Rights Council
On Friday, the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) reached a consensus to adopt a resolution proposed by Algeria concerning "The Impact of Anti-Personnel Mines on the Enjoyment of All Human Rights." This significant development coincided with the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, emphasizing global recognition of the humanitarian, social, and economic repercussions of landmines.
The adoption of this resolution indicates a renewed commitment from the international community to address the plight of victims and countries affected by landmines. Algeria introduced this resolution during its tenure on the Council from 2022 to 2025, working within a transregional core group that included representatives from South Africa, Croatia, Mozambique, Peru, the United Kingdom, and Vanuatu.
In his remarks, Algerian Permanent Representative Ambassador Rachid Bladehane underscored the constructive and inclusive approach taken during the resolution’s consultations. Algeria strived to unite the Council on this vital issue, promoting a spirit of cooperation and shared responsibility among member states.
The adopted text sheds light on the devastating impact of anti-personnel mines on numerous essential rights, including the right to life, security, freedom of movement, access to education, and the right to development. It calls for intensified demining efforts, increased support for victims, and a stronger commitment from states to enforce a comprehensive ban on anti-personnel mines.
Through this initiative, Algeria reaffirmed its dedication to international instruments, particularly the Ottawa Convention, which prohibits anti-personnel mines, while also emphasizing the necessity of enhanced international cooperation to achieve a mine-free world. The international community has welcomed this resolution, highlighting the ongoing need for awareness about the issue, as landmines continue to deprive countless individuals of their fundamental rights.
This resolution sends a strong message: tackling the issue of anti-personnel mines is a humanitarian imperative and a priority for protecting human rights. It urges all states to strengthen their commitment to fulfill their obligations under international law, human rights law, and international humanitarian law.
Furthermore, it encourages states parties to various international treaties, including the Ottawa Convention and the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons, to fully comply with their commitments. The resolution also calls for coordinated and multisectoral efforts to ensure that the needs of landmine survivors—especially children, their families, and communities—are effectively addressed, and that their rights are upheld and protected.
In addition, the resolution advocates for close collaboration among governments, international organizations, civil society, and other stakeholders to share knowledge, information, resources, and best practices regarding demining efforts and victim assistance. It highlights the critical importance of education and awareness regarding the dangers posed by anti-personnel mines, stressing the need to integrate mine risk education into broader educational and awareness programs, particularly in affected regions.
Furthermore, the resolution requests that the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights prepare a comprehensive report in consultation with member states, international organizations, civil society, and other stakeholders. This report aims to provide an inclusive analysis of the impact of anti-personnel mines on the enjoyment of all human rights.
In summary, the resolution adopted by the UN Human Rights Council represents a crucial step toward addressing the ongoing threat of anti-personnel mines, which continue to have a disastrous effect on individuals and communities around the world. It emphasizes the need for global cooperation, increased assistance for victims, and a commitment to uphold international norms aimed at eliminating these hazardous weapons. The collective effort reflected in this resolution reinforces the significance of human rights in the context of armed conflicts and the necessity of prioritizing humanitarian concerns in international agendas.
