AMMAN: Jordan's Minister of Political and Parliamentary Affairs, Abdul Monem Oudat, underscored the nation's dedication to human rights as a fundamental part of its democratic framework, aligning with King Abdullah II's strategic vision. This declaration was made during the opening of a conference titled "Unifying Regional and International Efforts to Support National Human Rights Institutions in the Arab World," organized by the Arab Network for National Human Rights Institutions (ANNHRI) in cooperation with Jordan's National Center for Human Rights. According to Jordan News Agency, Oudat emphasized that King Abdullah's roadmap for human rights reforms is encapsulated in seven discussion papers that address political modernization and citizen engagement in governance. He also highlighted Jordan's respect for human rights, rooted in the legacy of the Arab Revolt led by Sharif Hussein, a tradition upheld by the Hashemite monarchy. The minister called on the international community and human rights organizatio ns to actively address Israeli violations in Gaza and Lebanon, considering these incidents as a test of global values and international law's efficacy. During the conference, Egypt's Ambassador Moushira Khattab transferred the presidency of the Arab Network to Samar Al-Hajj Hassan, Chair of Jordan's National Center for Human Rights. Khattab condemned the actions of Israel in Gaza and stressed the necessity for international accountability and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state to achieve lasting peace. Samar Al-Hajj Hassan expressed pride in Jordan's consistent support for the Palestinian cause, underscoring the country's humanitarian and diplomatic efforts during recent conflicts. The conference aims to examine the impact of ANNHRI's programs, challenges facing human rights institutions, and proposals for their future development, with particular focus on supporting the Palestinian Independent Commission for Human Rights in holding Israeli authorities accountable. Sultan Al-Jamali, Secr etary-General of ANNHRI, detailed the network's achievements, including the successful implementation of its 2023 operational plan, and highlighted the adaptation of programs in response to conflicts in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon. Maryam Attiyah, President of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions, called for unwavering support for human rights amid conflict challenges and emphasized the universality of human rights and the importance of accountability for war crimes. The conference, spanning two days, is set to deliberate on strategies to fortify national human rights institutions and combat impunity for human rights violations in Palestine and other conflict zones.