High-Level International Conference on the Repatriation of Persons from Al Hol, Surrounding Camps and Places of Detention

Opening session: Welcome

Introduction: Mr. Mauro Miedico, Director of the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre (UNCCT), UNOCT

• H.E. Mr. Abdul Latif Rashid, President, Republic of Iraq
• Mr. Guy Ryder, Under-Secretary-General for Policy, United Nations, on behalf of the UN Secretary General
• Mr. Alexandre Zouev, Acting Under-Secretary-General for Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), United Nations

Ministerial Session: Leveraging Multilateralism for Repatriation, and Prosecution, Rehabilitation and Reintegration

Introduction: Mr. Mauro Miedico, Director of the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre (UNCCT), UNOCT

Chair: H.E. Mr. Fouad Hussein, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Republic of Iraq
Speakers:

• H.E. Mr. Asaad Al-Shaibani, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Syrian Arab Republic

Other Ministerial-level Statements from the floor 

(see speakers list – 3 minutes each)

Session 1: The Situation in Camps and Places of Detention and Global Repatriation Trends

This session will provide an overview of the ongoing humanitarian, human rights and security crises in the camps and places of detention in northeast Syria, as well as the latest population data, assessing the scale and scope of the protracted crisis in the context of evolving regional dynamics. It will also offer the opportunity to delve into observed trends in repatriation efforts.

Moderation: Mr. Rafi Shah, Chief of the Policy, Knowledge Management and Coordination Branch (PKMCB), UNOCT

• H.E. Mr. Qasim al-Araji, National Security Advisor, Republic of Iraq 
• Admiral Charles “Brad” Cooper, Commander, United States Central Command (USCENTCOM)
• Mr. Gonzalo Vargas Llosa, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Syria a.i. /UNHCR Representative to Syria
• Ms. Marianne Gasser, Special Coordinator with a focus on Northeast Syria, International Committee of the Red Cross
• Ms. Janti Soeripto, President and CEO of Save the Children US

Questions and Observations from the floor

Session 2: Repatriation Successes and Challenges

This session will focus on national experiences in repatriation, including predeparture arrangements, interagency coordination, legal and policy frameworks, including relevant human rights obligations, as well as logistical and operational obstacles. Participants will present good practices and challenges, including in relation to grounding repatriation efforts on legal and policy frameworks, 3 considering specific needs of women, men, girls and boys, and addressing political and public communication environments.

Moderation: Ms. Tamara Anderson, Chief, Knowledge Management and Strategic Support Section, Policy, Knowledge Management and Coordination Branch, UNOCT

• H.E. Ms. Evan Jabro, Minister of Migration and Displacement, Republic of Iraq
• Mr. Saeed Al-Jayashi, Strategic Affairs Advisor, Office of the National Security Advisor, Republic of Iraq
• Mr. Joel Borkert, Deputy Coordinator, U.S. State Department Bureau of Counterterrorism
• H.E. Mr. Zubaydullo Zubaydov, Ambassador of the Republic of Tajikistan to the State of Kuwait

Questions and Observations from the floor

Session 3: From Accountability to Reintegration – Promising Practices in PRR

This session will explore national experiences related to the management of repatriated individuals through the development and implementation of prosecution, rehabilitation and reintegration strategies. Panellists will be invited
to reflect on promising practices and ongoing challenges, from undertaking screening and initial assessments, rehabilitation practices in custodial and noncustodial settings, to ensuring accountability by leveraging different legal
frameworks. The discuss will consider how these strategies, policies and practices are adapted to the varied circumstances and needs of individuals, and implemented in accordance with Member States’ obligations under international law, as well as relevant international standards and Security Council resolutions.

Moderation: Mr. Zeeshan Amin, Chief, Strategic Coordination Section, Head of Office, Baghdad, UNOCT

• Judge Raed al-Mosleh, President, Nineveh Court of Appeal, Republic of Iraq
• Ms. Tazhykan Shabdanova, President, Foundation for Tolerance International, Kyrgyz Republic
• Mr. Saken-Tay Mukhamejanov, Director of the AQNIET Foundation, Republic of Kazakhstan

Questions and Observations from the floor

This session will explore how the United Nations and international partners can strengthen their assistance to Member States across the PRR spectrum. It will look at existing coordination mechanisms, regional initiatives, and available capacity-building initiatives.

Moderation: Ms. Larissa Adameck, Head of Global Programme on Prosecution, Rehabilitation and Reintegration, UNOCT/UNCCT

• Mr. Ted Chaiban, Assistant Secretary-General, UNICEF
• Mr. Ghulam Mohammad Isaczai, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq and UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Iraq

Questions and Observations from the floor

Concluding Session: Chair’s Summary and Closing Remarks

Moderation: H.E. Ms. Treefa Aziz, Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq Representative to the United States

• H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI)
• Mr. Alexandre Zouev, Acting Under-Secretary-General for Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), United Nations