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View all search resultsSugiono to lead Indonesian delegation at UN rights talks in Geneva
Foreign Minister Sugiono will lead Indonesia’s delegation to next week’s 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), the Foreign Ministry confirmed, as the country prepares to preside over the Geneva-based body for the first time.
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Foreign Minister Sugiono delivers his speech during the Foreign Minister's Annual Press Statement (PPTM) in Jakarta on Jan. 14, 2026. (Antara/Rivan Awal Lingga)
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oreign Minister Sugiono will lead Indonesia’s delegation to next week’s 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), the Foreign Ministry has confirmed, as the country prepares to preside over the Geneva-based body for the first time.
The session, running Monday through Sunday, will cover a broad agenda including the use of digital technologies, financing for sustainable development, and the rights of children and persons with disabilities. Delegates from 47 countries are expected to participate.
Director for Human Rights and Migration Affairs Indah Nuria Savitri said on Thursday that Indonesia is aiming to secure the session's first speaking slot on Monday, when Sugiono will deliver the country's national statement.
“The session will take place amid rapidly evolving global dynamics closely tied to the promotion and protection of human rights, which will likely be reflected throughout the proceedings,” Indah said.
“Against this backdrop, the foreign minister will deliver a national statement to outline the latest developments in Indonesia, including conflict management in the country,” she continued.
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The 61st UNHRC session will be presided over by Indonesian Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva Sidharto R. Suryodipuro, who assumed the role of council president in early January after months of negotiations across continents to secure the position.
