Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ghana, has welcomed the adoption of a United Nations General Assembly resolution recognising the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity.
The resolution, led by Ghana and backed by the African Group, underscores the historical scale and enduring global consequences of the trafficking and enslavement of Africans.
Ablakwa stated that the resolution is intended to promote global recognition, healing, and prevention, stressing it does not seek to assign blame across generations or nations.
Key developments:
• UN General Assembly adopts resolution on transatlantic slavery and crimes against humanity
• The resolution spearheaded by Ghana received 123 votes in favour. Three countries – Argentina, Israel and the United States – voted against and 52 abstained.
• Ghana frames resolution as advancing historical recognition and justice
• Focus placed on healing, accountability, and prevention of future atrocities
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