His Imperial and Royal Highness Prince Yu Xiao, Yingdalan Ambassador to the World CongressYingdala would agree with the Jakanian proposal. We believe that this is an issue that is best solved by the World Congress.
As to Telemon's proposal, we don't necessarily agree or disagree with what Telemon is attempting to do. However, given the historic nature of the General Assembly, I do not think we should be in the process of banning speech, which is effectively what this resolution would do. Perhaps, before it could be proposed, would be to offer up the idea of representation of businesses in the GA via non-profit associations. These could be based on sector, country, type of company, etc. The same would go for labor unions and other organizations related to the economy and business. It is just a thought.
We would also like to readdress the Human Rights Declaration. We have made further edits (in red) based upon comments from the General Assembly. If everyone is in agreement, Yingdala will put it for a vote.
Security Council Resolution ##: Human Rights Declaration
Recognizing the diversity and richness of cultures and traditions in Terra,
Welcoming the preservation of these diverse cultures and traditions in every Terran nation,
Reaffirming our commitment to the Guiding Principles of the World Congress,
Recalling the Guiding Principles of the World Congress' affirmation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of nations,
Also Recalling the Guiding Principles of the World Congress' affirmation of non-interference in the internal affairs of states,
Recognizing that human rights should be promoted through cooperation and consensus, and not through confrontation and and the imposition of incompatible values, traditions, and cultures,
Emphasizing the linkage and indivisibility of economic, social, cultural, civil and political rights,
Noting that all nations have the inherent right to development in a way that integrates and balances human rights with their individual circumstances,
Further Emphasizing that work toward the creation of uniform human rights norms must take into account the diversity and richness of cultures and traditions,
Convinced that development can lead to greater enjoyment and protection of human rights, as well as democracy,
Stressing the importance of education and training in human rights with respect to diverse and rich cultures and traditions at the international, national, and regional levels and the need for international cooperation to address these issues,
Mandates the following:
1. The World Congress recommits itself to Security Council Resolution 88: Guiding Principles of the World Congress and previous human rights resolutions;
2. Nations have the sovereign right to develop in any way they choose, which will allow them to enjoy and protect human rights, so long as they do not violate the sovereignty of other nations;
3. All nations must endeavor to respect one another and seek to address one another in a positive and non-confrontational manner;
4. Development assistance vital to the health of the nation that uses human rights as a conditionality should be discouraged;
5. National sovereignty and territorial integrity must be upheld, as well as non-interference in the internal affairs of states, and the non-use of human rights as an instrument of political pressure;
6. All countries have the right to determine their political systems, freely control and use their resources, and freely pursue their cultural, social, and economic development;
7. The World Congress recognizes that human rights cannot be applied in a way that is politicized or contains double-standards, and that no violation is justified for any nation;
8. Human rights must be informed by the various, diverse, and rich historical, cultural, traditional, and religious backgrounds and societies of states, as well as their economic conditions, and identified on the basis of international cooperation which can often be a dynamic and evolving process;
9. Human rights include economic, social, cultural, civil, and political rights with equal emphasis to all categories;
10. It is important for human rights to be guaranteed for vulnerable groups, including but not limited to ethnic, national, racial, religious, linguistic, and social minorities; migrant workers, persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples, refugees, persons who are displaced, persons below the poverty line, and women;
11. All peoples have the right to a government that is democratic, kindhearted, and benevolent;
12. All peoples have the right to be treated equally under the law, no matter their station or condition in life;
13. All peoples have the right to freedom of conscience, thought, and religion;
14. All peoples have the right to life and safety;
15. All peoples have the right to property so long as it does not violate a person's right to life and safety;
16. All peoples have the right to freedom of speech and expression;
17. All peoples have the right to choose to do good and live the good life;
18. The elderly have the right to be supported by their children;
19. All peoples have the right to an education;
20. All peoples have the right to welfare and healthcare;
21. All peoples have the right to be treated with dignity and respect (what one does not want done unto themselves should not do unto others).