Himal Press 
KATHMANDU: The United Nations has welcomed the passage of amendments to transitional justice-related laws.
UN Human Rights chief Volker Türk has aid said that the adoption of new transitional justice legislation in Nepal marks an important step in the nation’s long journey towards accountability and reconciliation. “Eighteen years since the end of the decade-long conflict, and after several previous attempts to finalize such legislation, victims of human rights violations are now closer to knowing the truth, accessing justice, and obtaining reparations,” Türk said.
The Bill for the Investigation of Enforced Disappeared Persons, Truth, and Reconciliation Commission Act aims to ensure truth and accountability for serious human rights violations committed by all parties during Nepal’s armed conflict.
Welcoming the adoption of the new transitional justice law, Mr. Türk said Nepal has become a regional and global example of a successful peaceful transition towards democratic, constitutional, and federal governance.
He expressed commitment to assist the Government of Nepal and its people in taking this crucial phase of the peace process forward.
“Transitional justice is a powerful instrument to break cycles of violence and impunity, and a unique opportunity to revisit some of the rooted inequalities and discrimination that led to the conflict,” he added.
