A resolution seeking justice for the Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.

3/12/2024, 3:12 PM

This resolution calls on North Korea to release any abducted foreign nationals, including those from Japan. It also urges North Korea to return the remains of deceased abductees, to make reparations, to apologize, and to permanently cease such activities.

Bill 118 S.Res. 186 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that aims to seek justice for Japanese citizens who have been abducted by North Korea. The resolution highlights the plight of these individuals who were taken against their will and held captive in North Korea.

The resolution condemns the actions of North Korea in abducting these Japanese citizens and calls for their immediate release and return to Japan. It also urges the US government to work with international partners to put pressure on North Korea to address this issue and bring those responsible for the abductions to justice.

Furthermore, the resolution expresses solidarity with the families of the abducted Japanese citizens and acknowledges the pain and suffering they have endured. It calls for continued efforts to raise awareness about this issue and to ensure that the voices of the victims and their families are heard. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 186 is a bipartisan effort to address the human rights violations committed by North Korea and to seek justice for the Japanese citizens who have been abducted. It underscores the importance of holding accountable those who engage in such egregious acts and standing up for the rights of all individuals, regardless of their nationality.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 186

Introduced on
2023-05-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/1/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution calls on North Korea to release any abducted foreign nationals, including those from Japan. It also urges North Korea to return the remains of deceased abductees, to make reparations, to apologize, and to permanently cease such activities.

Bill 118 S.Res. 186 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that aims to seek justice for Japanese citizens who have been abducted by North Korea. The resolution highlights the plight of these individuals who were taken against their will and held captive in North Korea.

The resolution condemns the actions of North Korea in abducting these Japanese citizens and calls for their immediate release and return to Japan. It also urges the US government to work with international partners to put pressure on North Korea to address this issue and bring those responsible for the abductions to justice.

Furthermore, the resolution expresses solidarity with the families of the abducted Japanese citizens and acknowledges the pain and suffering they have endured. It calls for continued efforts to raise awareness about this issue and to ensure that the voices of the victims and their families are heard. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 186 is a bipartisan effort to address the human rights violations committed by North Korea and to seek justice for the Japanese citizens who have been abducted. It underscores the importance of holding accountable those who engage in such egregious acts and standing up for the rights of all individuals, regardless of their nationality.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution seeking justice for the Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary1/4/2024

This resolution calls on North Korea to release any abducted foreign nationals, including those from Japan. It also urges North Korea to return the remains of deceased abductees, to make reparations,...


Latest Action5/1/2023
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1443)