The People’s Republic of China (PRC) is increasingly funding UN Special Procedures that are aligned with its values and interests, particularly mandates that focus on economic, social, and cultural rights, to elevate these rights over civil and political rights.
Chinese representatives consistently occupy positions on UN human rights bodies, such as the Human Rights Advisory Committee and the Consultative Group.
The participation of Chinese diplomats in other key UN bodies, such as the Consultative Group, which vets the Special Procedure applications and then develops a short list of finalists for these positions, could enable the PRC to secure these spots for its citizens.
by The Jamestown Foundation – ‘We’re Coming For You’: PRC Influence in UN Rights Bodies
