Intervention by the Indonesian Delegation at 
the Open-ended Intersessional Consultations in accordance with Council(s Decisions 2006/103 
on
Universal Periodic Review

Geneva, 2 August 2006


Mr Chairman,

Indonesia appreciates the convening of this open-ended intersessional consultations on Universal Periodic Review as a forum to develop the UPR modalities and mechanism through a transparent, inclusive, well scheduled and consensual process.

Indonesia also has confidence that under your leadership this meeting will produce a fruitful results. My delegation expresses it appreciation for the introductory remarks you made at the beginning of this meeting.

My delegation also associates itself with the statement of Ambassador Pakistan on behalf of the OIC.

Indonesia is of the view that the UPR should complement the work of the treaty bodies and thus, should not focus on specific human rights and fundamental freedoms, but rather, adopt a general approach to the Member State(s obligations in the field of human rights and give consideration to the capacity building needs of the State concerned.


Review Format 

My delegation is of the view that to ensure the effectiveness of the UPR, Indonesia is of the view that the review format of the UPR should be in an interactive dialogue in the Plenary of the Council and in a constructive manner in order to have a useful role in identifying the obstacles or challenges encountered by countries, while also allowing for the possibility to capitalize on their strengths and opportunities. 

Report

My delegation recalls that in accordance with paragraph 5 (e) of the GA resolution 60/251 the UPR should be undertaken based on objective and reliable information, of the fulfilment by each state of its human rights obligations and commitments in a manner which ensures universality of coverage and equal treatment with respect to all States. 

Outcome and Follow Up

The UPR mechanism should aim to produce an outcome geared to enhancing countries( national capacity to fulfil their human rights obligations. 

In this regard the outcome of the review should be a summary of the UPR proceedings containing recommendations and to be adopted by consensus. 

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