Expressing the sense of Congress that coordinated action must be taken by the United States Government and partner countries to address the humanitarian and human rights crises facing North Koreans in the People's Republic of China, including forced labor, arbitrary detention, human trafficking, and the forcible repatriation from China.

3/21/2024, 4:05 AM

This resolution encourages the President and relevant cabinet officials to raise with officials of China's government the U.S. interest in protecting North Koreans seeking asylum or being trafficked in China.  

The resolution also encourages (1) the Department of State to coordinate diplomatic actions with South Korea, Japan, and other concerned governments to end forced deportation and forced labor of North Koreans living in China; and (2) the Department of Homeland Security to address the issue of North Korean forced labor in China through various means, including by enforcing specified sanctions on goods produced with North Korean labor.

Bill 118 HRES 1080, also known as the North Korean Human Rights and Humanitarian Crisis Resolution, is a piece of legislation that highlights the urgent need for the United States Government and its partner countries to address the severe humanitarian and human rights issues facing North Koreans in the People's Republic of China. The bill emphasizes the need for coordinated action to combat various abuses faced by North Koreans in China, including forced labor, arbitrary detention, human trafficking, and the forcible repatriation of individuals back to North Korea.

The resolution stresses the importance of protecting the rights and well-being of North Koreans who have fled to China in search of safety and better opportunities. It calls for increased efforts to prevent and address instances of forced labor, where individuals are coerced into working under exploitative conditions. The bill also condemns the arbitrary detention of North Koreans in China, highlighting the need for fair treatment and due process for all individuals.

Furthermore, the resolution addresses the issue of human trafficking, emphasizing the need to combat this heinous crime and protect vulnerable individuals from exploitation. It calls for increased cooperation between the United States and partner countries to address human trafficking networks and provide support to victims. Additionally, the resolution condemns the forcible repatriation of North Koreans from China back to their home country, where they may face persecution and human rights abuses. It calls for measures to ensure the safety and protection of individuals who have sought refuge in China, including access to asylum procedures and legal assistance. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1080 underscores the importance of taking decisive action to address the humanitarian and human rights crises facing North Koreans in China. It calls for a united effort to protect the rights and dignity of individuals who have fled their home country in search of a better life.
Congress
118
Number
HRES - 1080
Introduced on
2024-03-13
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

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Purpose and Summary

This resolution encourages the President and relevant cabinet officials to raise with officials of China's government the U.S. interest in protecting North Koreans seeking asylum or being trafficked in China.  

The resolution also encourages (1) the Department of State to coordinate diplomatic actions with South Korea, Japan, and other concerned governments to end forced deportation and forced labor of North Koreans living in China; and (2) the Department of Homeland Security to address the issue of North Korean forced labor in China through various means, including by enforcing specified sanctions on goods produced with North Korean labor.

Bill 118 HRES 1080, also known as the North Korean Human Rights and Humanitarian Crisis Resolution, is a piece of legislation that highlights the urgent need for the United States Government and its partner countries to address the severe humanitarian and human rights issues facing North Koreans in the People's Republic of China. The bill emphasizes the need for coordinated action to combat various abuses faced by North Koreans in China, including forced labor, arbitrary detention, human trafficking, and the forcible repatriation of individuals back to North Korea.

The resolution stresses the importance of protecting the rights and well-being of North Koreans who have fled to China in search of safety and better opportunities. It calls for increased efforts to prevent and address instances of forced labor, where individuals are coerced into working under exploitative conditions. The bill also condemns the arbitrary detention of North Koreans in China, highlighting the need for fair treatment and due process for all individuals.

Furthermore, the resolution addresses the issue of human trafficking, emphasizing the need to combat this heinous crime and protect vulnerable individuals from exploitation. It calls for increased cooperation between the United States and partner countries to address human trafficking networks and provide support to victims. Additionally, the resolution condemns the forcible repatriation of North Koreans from China back to their home country, where they may face persecution and human rights abuses. It calls for measures to ensure the safety and protection of individuals who have sought refuge in China, including access to asylum procedures and legal assistance. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1080 underscores the importance of taking decisive action to address the humanitarian and human rights crises facing North Koreans in China. It calls for a united effort to protect the rights and dignity of individuals who have fled their home country in search of a better life.
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Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the sense of Congress that coordinated action must be taken by the United States Government and partner countries to address the humanitarian and human rights crises facing North Koreans in the People's Republic of China, including forced labor, arbitrary detention, human trafficking, and the forcible repatriation from China.
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