What More Can We Do?
Advancing North Korean Human Rights at the UN
Hanna Song [Director of International Cooperation, Database Center for North Korean Human Rights]
► The North Korean human rights movement at the United Nations has a long history, marked by various milestones that have shaped international efforts to address the dire human rights situation.
► To address North Korea comprehensively, a paradigm shift is necessary. Security and human rights concerns should not be viewed as separate silos but as interconnected elements of the same complex issue.
► The UN mechanisms offer a structured and diplomatic approach to addressing North Korean human rights abuses. With South Korea, Japan, and the U.S. set to be members of the UNSC in 2024, there is a unique opportunity for these countries to work together and make a meaningful impact.
