Statement by India under Agenda Item 3: Interactive Dialogue with the Expert Mechanism on the Right to Development at the 60th Session of Human Rights Council
12 September 2025
Mr. President,
Indian delegation has taken note of the report presented by the Expert Mechanism. We reiterate our steadfast support for the full and effective implementation of the Right to Development. We also urge the Office of the High Commissioner to extend all possible support and resources to the Expert Mechanism to ensure that it can effectively carry out its important mandate.
Mr. President,
2. We also take note of the thematic studies on “Operationalizing the Right to Development in International Development Cooperation” and “Climate Justice, Sustainability and the Right to Development”.
3. India has always viewed humanity as one family and stressed the significance of South-South as well as North-South cooperation. Guided by the need to strengthen development cooperation and to support developing countries in achieving the SDGs, India has expanded its development partnerships with developing countries, including LDCs and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Our cooperation has always been guided by our partners’ development priorities.
4. Contributing to global climate action and addressing the challenges of global warming, India has taken initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure.
Mr. President,
5. India remains committed to the operationalization of the Right to Development and will continue to engage constructively with the international community towards the conclusion of the international covenant.
Thank you.
