Several UN members called on Singapore to abolish capital punishment. Minister of State for Digital Development and Information Rahayu Mahzam at Singapore's 4th UPR. Singapore's criminal justice policies are in accordance with international law, grounded in evidence, and calibrated to its national context to protect citizens.
Singapore's criminal justice policies in line with international law, calibrated to national context: MFA on UN members' anti-death penalty calls Several states at a UN review of human rights records had called on Singapore to abolish capital punishment.
Minister of State for Digital Development and Information Rahayu Mahzam at Singapore's 4th UPR. Add CNA as a trusted source to help Google better understand and surface our content in search results.
Singapore's criminal justice policies are in accordance with international law, grounded in evidence and calibrated to its national context to protect citizens, the country's delegation told a session at the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland.in response to recommendations by several states calling for the suspension and abolition of the death penalty, said Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs . Universal Periodic Review - a process which reviews the human rights records of all UN member states once every five years.
This was Singapore's fourth UPR.officials from eight agencies, was led by Minister of State for Health and Digital Development and Information Rahayu Mahzam.
"Singapore values the UPR as a unique, peer-driven process that spurs countries to keep advancing the protection and promotion of human rights," MFA said in a media statement after the review. "It is also a useful opportunity to exchange best practices and engage constructively with other states, even where approaches may differ," it added.
"Singapore will study the recommendations carefully, and for those relevant to our national context, consider how they can be advanced in a manner that leads to better outcomes for our people. " A total of 142 states spoke at Singapore’s UPR, with many commending the country on the significant progress it has made in recent years, said MFA.
"We thanked states for commending our first workplace anti-discrimination legislation; our efforts to advance the status of women and to strengthen protection of and support for vulnerable groups such as children and persons with disabilities; our initiatives to maintain racial and religious harmony; and our advancements in sustainable development," said the ministry. "States also acknowledged our continued efforts to improve the protection and welfare of migrant workers.
" Singapore's delegation also spoke about the progress it has made since its last UPR, including enacting the Workplace Fairness Act and expanding support for vulnerable groups. During the review, several countries called for Singapore to suspend the death penalty, with a view to abolishing it. These countries included Australia, Luxembourg, Mexico, Norway, New Zealand, Estonia and Ireland.
A few countries, such as Sweden, Belgium and the Netherlands, raised concerns about the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act , while some called for freedom of expression to be aligned with international human rights. Several others also called for Singapore to create an independent human rights institution, to better protect migrant workers, LGBT people and people with disabilities.
In her remarks, Madam Rahayu said Singapore recognises that there is no one single approach to the realisation of human rights.
"Each country has to approach it in ways that take into account its own national context and social realities. Across the world, we have seen how global pressures – including geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and the impact of technology – can strain social unity," she said.
"Therefore, even as we create space for diverse views and opinions to be expressed in Singapore, we emphasise the importance of forging a shared national identity and strengthening social empathy. ""We judge progress by lives improved, and our outcomes have been encouraging. " These outcomes include life expectancy increasing from about 64 years at Singapore's independence, to 84 years today, and access to education improving substantially, Mdm Rahayu added.
"Our efforts in promoting and protecting human rights are an ongoing journey as we build our nation and make lives better for our people," she said. "We therefore regard today’s review as an important opportunity to engage constructively with the international community, to listen, and to learn, so that we may better safeguard the dignity of all persons, and build inclusive societies where all have the opportunities to fulfil their potential.
" She added that the government would continually engage people to understand gaps and how they can do better. In 2022, it embarked on an 18-month nationwide consultation to review and refresh the country's social compact. We know it's a hassle to switch browsers but we want your experience with CNA to be fast, secure and the best it can possibly be.
Please follow us on Google to support usCriminal Justice Policies International Law National Context Protection Of Citizens Human Rights Records United Nations Human Rights Council Universal Periodic Review United Nations Member States Anti-Death Penalty Calls Abolish Capital Punishment Study Recommendations Best Practices Exchange Constructive Dialogue Advances In Protection And Promotion Of Human Consider Relevant In National Context UPR As Unique Peer-Driven Process Exchange Authorative State's Viewpoint Advances In Several Areas Like Workplace Anti- Status Of Women Support For Vulnerable Groups Like Children And Pe Free Expression And Standalone Institution For Gaps To Understand And Improve
Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines
Similar News: You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Singapore's AI obsession finds new heights as Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan opens AI Engineer SingaporeForeign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan has announced that he will be one of the speakers at AI Engineer Singapore, a conference focused on artificial intelligence. His attendance showcases Singapore's growing AI obsession, with the Minister exhibiting a personal AI system based on open-source tools and contributing to the global community's understanding of AI's potential impact on global dynamics and information management.
Read more »
Concerns over Elderly Welfare resurface in Singapore after case of critically ill disabled man, 68Dwelling on the case of an elderly amputee fatally hit by a garbage truck while collecting recyclables, Singapore opposition politician Harish Mohanadas highlights the challenges faced by low-income seniors, especially those coping with health issues and financial hardship.
Read more »
Indonesia's Energy Minister Still Pursuing Oil Hub Partnership Amid Regional Conflict ConcernsIndonesian Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia hopes to partner with Malaysia, Brunei, and the Philippines to advance the proposal for an oil hub to boost reserves and ensure energy security in Southeast Asia.
Read more »
Singapore and Indonesia to Renew Discussions on Economic Corridor, Expand Cooperation on Several FrontsThis news text highlights the discussions between Singapore and Indonesia regarding the development of a tri-national economic corridor in Johor with the aim of fostering economic growth. The two countries have also agreed on enhanced cooperation in various sectors, including industrial zones, energy, and trade. Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan emphasizes the strong state of bilateral relations.
Read more »