The Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment on International Humanitarian Law is a collaborative effort, founded by Brazil, China, France, Jordan, Kazakhstan, South Africa and the ICRC, and joined by 90 states worldwide. In a world where the challenges to humanitarian norms are increasingly complex and evolving, the Global IHL Initiative provides a timely platform for reaffirming a strong commitment to IHL and promoting concrete actions that uphold humanity in war.
From April to June 2025, the six founding states, the 27 co-chairs and the ICRC organized the first round of consultations on the seven workstreams. With around 130 states attending the discussions, this first round brought to light a wealth of good practices and concrete proposals to ensure better protection for all persons affected by wars. The progress report, drafted by the 27 co-chairs and the ICRC, captures these ideas and highlights elements that deserve further discussions among states.
The progress report will be launched in Geneva on 16 October 2025 from 15:00 to 17:30 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva during a high-level event co-hosted by Costa Rica, Slovenia, Switzerland and the International Committee of the Red Cross.
A high-level panel will open the discussion, highlighting the need to ensure genuine political commitment to respect for international humanitarian law. Following this, the co-chairs will present the progress achieved in their respective workstreams. Participants will also be given the occasion to share additional perspectives and reactions from the floor, in a decontextualized and non-politicized manner.
Note: The Tempus Room is located within the United Nations premises. Registration is compulsory in order to obtain a temporary access badge. Please follow the instructions provided on the registration website.
Interpretation in the 6 UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish) will be provided onsite and online via this zoom link