The draft resolution started with a preamble that the realization of lasting international peace is the abiding aspiration of all mankind, as enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and the Constitution of Japan.
WHEREAS, the world is still suffering from numerous calamities, such as armed conflicts, including wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, terrorism, humanitarian crises, pandemics, climate change, and widening inequalities, which highlight the urgent need to strengthen international cooperation and effective global governance The 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations is a momentous occasion to reflect on its achievements to date, to recognize its challenges, and to renew our commitment to its founding principles.
The House recognizes the tremendous efforts made by the United Nations over the past 80 years to maintain international peace and security, promote sustainable development, and advance human rights, and appreciates that the adoption of the “Agreement for the Future” at the “Future Summit” in September 2024 demonstrated the determination of the Member States to continue working together We also highly appreciate the adoption of the “Agreement for the Future” at the “Future Summit” in September 2024, which demonstrates the determination of UN member states to continue working together. As the only country in the world to have experienced war, Japan has a special moral responsibility to make its utmost effort to build a sustainable future in which all humankind can coexist through the abolition of nuclear weapons and the prevention of all forms of armed conflict.
The Constitution of Japan embraces the principle of lasting peace, and the Japanese people have worked tirelessly to play a vital role in achieving peace and security.
Recognizing that the establishment of a world federation based on the principles of democratic global governance and the rule of law is a long-term goal to ensure lasting peace and security for all mankind
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by this House that
- Reaffirms Japan’s unwavering commitment to the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter and to the peaceful resolution of international disputes
- Expresses its deep concern over the ongoing armed conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East, and elsewhere in the world and calls for an immediate ceasefire and renewed commitment to dialogue and diplomacy
- Calls upon the Government of Japan to
(a) Actively promote the full implementation of the “Pact for the Future” adopted at the “Future Summit,” particularly in the areas of sustainable development, peace and security, and global governance reform
(b) Continue to play a leading role in consistently advocating for nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation in the UN General Assembly and other international fora, and to draw on its unparalleled historical experience to raise awareness of the humanitarian consequences of the use of nuclear weapons
(c) Strengthen its contribution to international peacekeeping and peacebuilding operations, including financial contributions, deployment of personnel, and capacity-building support, with a focus on conflict prevention and addressing the root causes of conflict
(d) Advocate for comprehensive reform of the Security Council, including the expansion of its membership and improvement of its working methods, to make it more effective, transparent, and accountable, reflecting the realities of the 21st century, and the Government of Japan will take an active leading role in finding common ground with various like-minded groups for Security Council reform (e) To take an active and leading role in finding common ground for reform of the Security Council with various like-minded groups.
(e) Promote the concept of “human security” as a guiding principle for Japan’s international cooperation, focusing on the protection and empowerment of individuals and communities facing threats to their lives, livelihoods, and dignity
(f) Strengthening its engagement with national and international civil society organizations in the pursuit of peace and security, and recognizing the important role of civil society in conflict prevention, peace-building, and humanitarian assistance
(g) Seek pathways toward the long-term goal of a world federation based on the principles of democratic global governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights, while recognizing the complex challenges that this entails
- Call upon all members of the international community to renew their commitment to multilateralism and to work together to address the most pressing global challenges facing humanity
- To reaffirm the importance of the World Federation of Parliamentary Committees’ (WFPC) global governance promotion activities and to commit to strengthening effective global governance.
In concluding his presentation of the draft resolution, Chairperson Sukehiro Hasegawa extended an invitation to the Diet members to freely exchange opinions on the draft. He stated that since this is a draft, he is confident that if the House of Representatives, under the leadership of Speaker Nukaga, adopts it, Japan can play a leading role in the international community by reaffirming the importance of the United Nations in this this turbulent era as Dr. Chikvaize stated that he is convinced that Japan can play a leading role in the international community by reaffirming the importance of the UN in these times.
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