Chinese path key to human rights progress

The 56th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, held in Geneva from June 18 to July 12, unanimously adopted China's report on the fourth cycle of the Universal Periodic Review last week.

China took advantage of the opportunity to share its position on the recommendations proposed by other countries as part of the UPR process, as well as the progress the country has made since it rolled out 30 new measures that the Chinese government promised to take to safeguard human rights.

The UPR is an important platform for countries to carry out equal-footed, candid exchanges and constructive dialogue and cooperation. It is encouraging to see that many countries, including Russia, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, the United Arab Emirates, Algeria, Zambia, Gambia and Venezuela, spoke highly of China's efforts and achievements in advancing its human rights cause.