General Statement on the draft resolution on 'Protection of Roma', 26 June 2014 General Statement on the draft resolution on 'Protection of Roma', 26 June 2014

General Statement on the draft resolution on 'Protection of Roma', 26 June 2014

Permanent Mission of India

Geneva

26th session of the Human Rights Council

(10-27 June 2014)

Resolution on Protection of Roma

General Statement by India

 

Mr. President,

We are deeply concerned that the situation of Roma despite acknowledgement of their plight has not received adequate attention by this Council.

 

The Special Rapporteur on Minority Affairs had drawn attention in the past, that in a developed part of the world which has high standard of living, the Roma continue to be excluded. We were also surprised to learn that there is no affirmative action for their welfare in these countries.  We, therefore, believe that the resolution today will contribute to the better understanding of the situation faced by Roma and provide a path in dealing with the problems they face.

 

I thank you.

 

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