Thailand triumphs in UN Human Rights council bid

[snoop1130]

 

Thailand emerged victorious in its bid to join the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) with an impressive 177 votes—the highest of all candidates—securing a coveted three-year term to champion human rights across the globe. The decision was revealed yesterday, October 9, following a secret ballot by the UN.

 

In a closely watched contest, Cyprus and Qatar each received 167 votes, followed by South Korea with 161, and the Marshall Islands with 120. However, Saudi Arabia’s campaign failed, gathering just 117 votes, the lowest among the six candidates for five available seats.

 

Thailand’s successful bid comes at a critical time, as the nation seeks to boost its international reputation following the recent election of a new government. With a focus on promoting dialogue among UNHRC members and enhancing the capacity to protect rights and freedoms, Thailand’s campaign struck a chord with UN members.

 

The UNHRC, established in 2006, is responsible for strengthening the protection of human rights worldwide. It consists of 47 member countries, divided into five regional groups. Alongside Thailand, Ethiopia and Qatar were among the 18 nations elected to serve three-year terms on the council.

Saudi Arabia’s failure to secure a seat was met with applause from human rights groups. Reprieve, a campaign group, stated, “For far too long, [Crown Prince] Mohammed bin Salman’s regime has acted as if it has complete impunity to commit grave human rights abuses.”

 

Tess McEvoy, Programme Director at the International Service for Human Rights, added, “States voted down the less deserving candidate, refusing to hand powerful actors who violate basic rights an ability to bend key human rights processes in their favour.”

 

With this victory, Thailand is set to begin its term in 2024, alongside fellow winners from Africa, Asia-Pacific, and other regions, reported Thai PBS World.

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Photo courtesy of Thai PBS World

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2024-10-10

 

 

[MikeandDow]

Big Step for Thailand

[dinsdale]

Weaponising Section 112 is obviously not a threat to individual human rights. I'm not surprised by this as the UN is now more of a mouthpiece for Arab nations.

[Tropicalevo]

1 hour ago, dinsdale said:

Weaponising Section 112 is obviously not a threat to individual human rights. I'm not surprised by this as the UN is now more of a mouthpiece for Arab nations.

 

But deporting asylum seekers probably is?

Totally agree with your last statement though.

Edited October 10 by Tropicalevo

[MalcolmB]

I love living in Thailand.

We always win stuff.

[Kinnock]

The UN is an expensive joke.  

 

They are powerless when action is needed and powerful in matters of no importance.

[sscc]

Well done Thailand 

[Rinato]

Speechless!

Imprisoning opponents, jailing peaceful protesters, deporting activists, the defamation low, letting high so culprits escape abroad.

It's all in line with human rights.

[ikke1959]

What are the Human Rights in Thailand???if you open your mouth you be jailed....and than there  too many inmates in a too small cell, with bad quality food, kids are being hit with sticks for minor offences in schools, and the corruption is only protecting the rich...

[hotchilli]

12 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Thailand emerged victorious in its bid to join the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) with an impressive 177 votes—the highest of all candidates—securing a coveted three-year term to champion human rights across the globe. The decision was revealed yesterday, October 9, following a secret ballot by the UN.

That's about as disgusting as it gets.

[thesetat2013]

13 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

securing a coveted three-year term to champion human rights across the globe. The decision was revealed yesterday, October 9, following a secret ballot by the UN.

I am curious how the UN can accept this bid knowing full well the status of Thailands worldwide Human Abuse record. 

https://www.amnesty.org/en/location/asia-and-the-pacific/south-east-asia-and-the-pacific/thailand/

 

At any rate. At least now Thailand is in a position to compare themselves with other countries firsthand and change their status also. 

[JoePai]

13 hours ago, dinsdale said:

Weaponising Section 112 is obviously not a threat to individual human rights. I'm not surprised by this as the UN is now more of a mouthpiece for Arab nations.

Saudi Arabia’s failure to secure a seat  🤣

[jippytum]

Thailand securing a seat on a  human rights committee tells you what a useless  'jobs for the Boys' setup that is. 

[Aussie999]

This is one reason why most people see the UN as a joke, allowing a nation that violates so many human rights to actually take a seat... seems the UN allows supression of human rights.. should be renamed United Nations Anit-Human Rights Council.

[ravip]

12 hours ago, Kinnock said:

The UN is an expensive joke.  

 

They are powerless when action is needed and powerful in matters of no importance.

I realized that a long time ago. All these 'high profile' humanitarian organizations are the same. They are rich. They collect money for the poor and war effected and enjoy the bigger share on themselves. I know the luxurious life they lead, as I had the opportunity to work for one for awhile!

[ravip]

10 minutes ago, Aussie999 said:

This is one reason why most people see the UN as a joke, allowing a nation that violates so many human rights to actually take a seat... seems the UN allows supression of human rights.. should be renamed United Nations Anit-Human Rights Council.

 

This is one reason why most people see the UN as a joke, - It is, no doubt.

 

allowing a nation that violates so many human rights to actually take a seat... - do you really mean just ONLY ONE of those nations? Are ALL others therein perfect?

[ravip]

1 hour ago, thesetat2013 said:

I am curious how the UN can accept this bid knowing full well the status of Thailands worldwide Human Abuse record. 

https://www.amnesty.org/en/location/asia-and-the-pacific/south-east-asia-and-the-pacific/thailand/

 

At any rate. At least now Thailand is in a position to compare themselves with other countries firsthand and change their status also. 

compare themselves with other countries firsthand and change their status also

 

OMG I hope NOT!

[ravip]

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

 

Thailand emerged victorious in its bid to join the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) with an impressive 177 votes—the highest of all candidates—securing a coveted three-year term to champion human rights across the globe. The decision was revealed yesterday, October 9, following a secret ballot by the UN.

 

In a closely watched contest, Cyprus and Qatar each received 167 votes, followed by South Korea with 161, and the Marshall Islands with 120. However, Saudi Arabia’s campaign failed, gathering just 117 votes, the lowest among the six candidates for five available seats.

 

Thailand’s successful bid comes at a critical time, as the nation seeks to boost its international reputation following the recent election of a new government. With a focus on promoting dialogue among UNHRC members and enhancing the capacity to protect rights and freedoms, Thailand’s campaign struck a chord with UN members.

 

The UNHRC, established in 2006, is responsible for strengthening the protection of human rights worldwide. It consists of 47 member countries, divided into five regional groups. Alongside Thailand, Ethiopia and Qatar were among the 18 nations elected to serve three-year terms on the council.

Saudi Arabia’s failure to secure a seat was met with applause from human rights groups. Reprieve, a campaign group, stated, “For far too long, [Crown Prince] Mohammed bin Salman’s regime has acted as if it has complete impunity to commit grave human rights abuses.”

 

Tess McEvoy, Programme Director at the International Service for Human Rights, added, “States voted down the less deserving candidate, refusing to hand powerful actors who violate basic rights an ability to bend key human rights processes in their favour.”

 

With this victory, Thailand is set to begin its term in 2024, alongside fellow winners from Africa, Asia-Pacific, and other regions, reported Thai PBS World.

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Photo courtesy of Thai PBS World

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2024-10-10

 

 

Congratulations, Thailand!

[dinsdale]

49 minutes ago, JoePai said:

Saudi Arabia’s failure to secure a seat  🤣

Saudi is mates with the US.

[retarius]

A good thing. All Thailand's Human Rights violations will be in the spotlight as a member of this committee, and that can only be good news for its citizens. 

[ravip]

14 minutes ago, retarius said:

A good thing. All Thailand's Human Rights violations will be in the spotlight as a member of this committee, and that can only be good news for its citizens. 

Always look at the bright side - be positive!

[Srikcir]

Disgusting vote of approval. Fails in so many ways to recognize reality of human rights in Thailand. Case in point:

The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) called on the Thai authorities to do much more to make its protections real in practice. One year on, authorities have fallen short in implementing the landmark Anti-torture and Enforced Disappearance Act. https://www.icj.org/ Feb 22, 2024:

• While welcoming the implementation of certain preventive measures contained in the Anti-torture and Enforced Disappearance Act, the ICJ is concerned at the failure to provide proper training for responsible authorities on enforcement and to ensure prompt, thorough, and effective investigation and prosecutions in cases of alleged torture and enforced disappearances.

PM Prayut sought to delay implementation but the Constitutional Court affirmed he had no authority to delay the Act and ordered immediate implementation. Fast forward two successive PM's and I see no public confirmation by the government that the Act has been fully implemented.

 

Consequences: According to the Ministry of Justice, as of November 2023, since the Act came into force, there had been 57 complaints involving 27 allegations of torture, six allegations of enforced disappearance, and 24 allegations of ill-treatment falling short of torture, with investigations ceasing in 4 cases and 53 cases pending.

 

[Kerryd]

The Human Rights Council is often made up of the worst human rights abusers in the world.

They get on those councils for the specific purpose of cancelling/deleting/deflecting any investigations or resolutions aimed at their own actions.

While usually being quick to heap blame on everyone else (especially Israel) for their alleged "rights abuses".

And - they can be bought. Easily.

Note that the same Human Rights council has almost never (or just "never") condemned Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Algeria, the Palestinians or even the Syrians for "human rights abuses".

But they have passed HUNDREDS of "motions" and "resolutions" and "reports" about alleged abuses by Israel.

Funny how that works ?

 

[scorecard]

3 hours ago, ravip said:

I realized that a long time ago. All these 'high profile' humanitarian organizations are the same. They are rich. They collect money for the poor and war effected and enjoy the bigger share on themselves. I know the luxurious life they lead, as I had the opportunity to work for one for awhile!

 I had an experience with a lady from a world wide very well known and respected global children's charity org.

 

She called my company office in BKK (an international management consulting company) at about 12.45 pm and abused the young new switchboard operator because she could not speak to me (she had my name from somewhere). Switchboard operator said 'sorry he's at lunch but I can call now and ask him to quickly return your call'.

 

The charity lady asked for my mobile number, the switchboard girl said 'sorry I can't do that'.  Charity lady responded 'you do as you are told, give me his number now'.

 

Response, 'sorry but I cannot continue this call and I will hang up and quickly call 'mr xxx (me)' and ask him to return your call'.

 

I did call the charity lady quickly and said 'are you in danger'. She hung up. Turned out she had gone to my office (was in the same skyscraper) and was waiting for me. She instantly gave me a string of unwarranted abuse.

 

She then demanded that I dismiss the very pleasant and capable young switchboard girl. I changed the subject and took her to my office.

 

Meanwhile I has instructed one of my junior staff to call her office and request they quickly send 2 snr. staff to my office.

 

They did come to my office quickly and one took the charity lady's arm and forcefully said 'Come back to our office now'.

 

The second person from her office sincerely apologized. I responded 'is she needing urgeny care, is she in danger?'  Response 'No, she just enjoys upsetting people.'

 

I asked 'well why was she ever employed by a serious accredited children's charity?'

 

Answer 'she has been dismissed, her last day of work is tomorrow'.

 

 

Edited October 11 by scorecard

[zyphodb]

5 hours ago, Aussie999 said:

This is one reason why most people see the UN as a joke, allowing a nation that violates so many human rights to actually take a seat... seems the UN allows supression of human rights.. should be renamed United Nations Anit-Human Rights Council.

 

Have you seen the list? Thailand is actually quite good compared to some of the countries on it...

[PETERTHEEATER]

6 hours ago, JoePai said:

Saudi Arabia’s failure to secure a seat  🤣

Lost on a head count?😀

[ravip]

2 hours ago, scorecard said:

 I had an experience with a lady from a world wide very well known and respected global children's charity org.

 

She called my company office in BKK (an international management consulting company) at about 12.45 pm and abused the young new switchboard operator because she could not speak to me (she had my name from somewhere). Switchboard operator said 'sorry he's at lunch but I can call now and ask him to quickly return your call'.

 

The charity lady asked for my mobile number, the switchboard girl said 'sorry I can't do that'.  Charity lady responded 'you do as you are told, give me his number now'.

 

Response, 'sorry but I cannot continue this call and I will hang up and quickly call 'mr xxx (me)' and ask him to return your call'.

 

I did call the charity lady quickly and said 'are you in danger'. She hung up. Turned out she had gone to my office (was in the same skyscraper) and was waiting for me. She instantly gave me a string of unwarranted abuse.

 

She then demanded that I dismiss the very pleasant and capable young switchboard girl. I changed the subject and took her to my office.

 

Meanwhile I has instructed one of my junior staff to call her office and request they quickly send 2 snr. staff to my office.

 

They did come to my office quickly and one took the charity lady's arm and forcefully said 'Come back to our office now'.

 

The second person from her office sincerely apologized. I responded 'is she needing urgeny care, is she in danger?'  Response 'No, she just enjoys upsetting people.'

 

I asked 'well why was she ever employed by a serious accredited children's charity?'

 

Answer 'she has been dismissed, her last day of work is tomorrow'.

 

 

I am not surprised. This is very normal. They think they are above all.

[Burma Bill]

20 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

to champion human rights across the globe.

 

But NOT in Thailand!!

 

A disgraceful result considering Thailand's Human Rights record!

I wonder how many brown envelopes had to be distributed.

Edited October 11 by Burma Bill
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[BritScot]

This shows the UN is currupt and waste of money.  Time to defund the UN. I wonder how much this has cost Thailand and will cost.

[ravip]

1 minute ago, BritScot said:

This shows the UN is currupt and waste of money.  Time to defund the UN. I wonder how much this has cost Thailand and will cost.

  Time to defund the UN. - Should have done decades ago!

You are way too late!