Bill > HRes358

This resolution calls attention to the longstanding issue of North Korea's abduction of Japanese citizens, which began in the 1970s and continued despite international condemnation. The resolution highlights that in September 2002, North Korea admitted to these abductions and promised to prevent further incidents, but only returned 5 abductees to Japan in October 2002 after 24 years of captivity. Drawing on principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the United States Constitution, the resolution emphasizes that these abductions fundamentally violate basic human rights and freedoms. Specifically, the resolution calls on North Korea to: (1) release all abducted foreign nationals, particularly Japanese citizens; (2) return the remains of and provide information about deceased abductees; (3) make appropriate restitution to the victims and their families; and (4) offer a formal apology and permanently stop such abduction activities. The resolution seeks to draw international attention to these human rights violations and pressure North Korea to address its past actions and prevent future abductions.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/358/all-info