Minister Rabat Addresses Withdrawal of the National Human Rights Plan
Fernando Rabat, the Minister of Justice and Human Rights, has officially announced the withdrawal of the Third National Human Rights Plan (PNDH) for the years 2026-2029 from the General Comptroller's Office, where it was currently under review. In his statement, he emphasized that the plan will undergo a thorough review befitting the new administration before being re-submitted in compliance with the legal obligations outlined for such processes. Rabat clarified, "This project will be reviewed, as is appropriate for a new administration, and then it will be re-submitted to the Comptroller's Office, fulfilling our legal obligation in this matter." He also noted that once the review is complete, the plan will be resubmitted with any modifications deemed necessary by the Executive Power to comply with the law.
Background and Details of the Plan
This National Human Rights Plan was initially introduced by former Justice Minister Jaime Gajardo and outlines a comprehensive framework consisting of 175 actions across various public bodies, focusing on promoting equality, preventing discrimination, enhancing access to justice, protecting against violence, preserving historical memory, fostering sustainable development, and educating on human rights. According to reports from La Tercera, the process of developing this plan involved approximately 140 technical meetings, citizen proposals, and collaboration with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.
As reported by cnnchile.com.
