On November 9, Costa Rica's representative Deyanira...

On November 9, Costa Rica's representative Deyanira Ramirez, speaking at the Third Committee of the General Assembly said she condemned the fighting and war that caused violations of human rights, particularly with regard to the right to life, the most fundamental of all. The death penalty, abortion and euthanasia were all issues of concern. She described initiatives her country had undertaken to protect human rights, both nationally and in the region, including through membership of the Inter American Court of Human Rights. She noted a number of celebrations her country would hold to promote human rights, saying that political will and commitment were the requirements for ensuring human rights.