Human Rights

By tirelessly supporting human rights and the rule of law, with the aim of defending the values of freedom, equality and dignity of all persons against tyranny and arbitrariness, Luxembourg pursues a foreign policy based on solidarity and responsibiltyto counter inequalities and injustices. In multilateral systems (UN, OSCE, Council of Europe…), Luxembourg is committed to the respect of human rights worldwide, based on the principles, established after the Second World War that shaped the international order.

The Directorate for Political Affairs works closely with Luxembourg’s permanent representations in New York, Geneva, Strasbourg and Brussels to define and promote its human rights policy. It is responsible for preparing working groups related to human rights and for ensuring follow-up, within its areas of competence, on UN covenants and conventions.

To improve cooperation and interministerial coordination in the field of human rights and to strengthen the coherence between Luxembourg’s domestic and foreign policies in this area, the Interministerial Committee on Human Rights (CIDH) chaired by the Ministry of foreign affairs, meets regularly.