UNGA President Baerbock Visits ICC on 17 April 2026
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UNGA President Annalena Baerbock visited the International Criminal Court on 17 April 2026 to meet with ICC President Judge Tomoko Akane and First Vice-President Judge Rosario Salvatore Aitala. The meeting highlighted mutual commitment to international justice and multilateral cooperation. Both leaders affirmed support for the Court's independence amid reported attempts to interfere with judicial proceedings.
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On 17 April 2026, UNGA President Annalena Baerbock conducted an official visit to the ICC premises in The Hague, meeting ICC President Tomoko Akane and First Vice-President Rosario Salvatore Aitala. ICC President Akane expressed appreciation for Baerbock's consistent support during her tenure, noting that the Court relies on cooperation from UN Member States to administer justice without fear or favour. UNGA President Baerbock conveyed unwavering support for a strong and independent ICC free from intimidation and threats.
This diplomatic engagement carries no direct compliance implications for regulated entities. The visit serves as an affirmation of political support for the ICC's judicial independence and highlights ongoing efforts to counter interference with international criminal proceedings. No new obligations, reporting requirements, or regulatory changes are introduced by this meeting.
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President of UN General Assembly visits International Criminal Court Press Release: 17 April 2026
President of UN General Assembly visits International Criminal Court
UNGA President Annalena Baerbock with ICC President Tomoko Akane on 17 April 2026 at ICC premises (c)ICC-CPI On 17 April 2026, H.E. Ms Annalena Baerbock, President of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly, visited the International Criminal Court (ICC), to meet with ICC President Judge Tomoko Akane and First Vice-President Judge Rosario Salvatore Aitala.
During the meeting, ICC President Akane expressed the Court’s appreciation for the consistent and unwavering support of President Baerbock during her tenure as President of the General Assembly. “All those who form part of the multilateral system must stand firmly on the side of justice. The Court will continue administering justice without fear or favour, but to do so it relies on the cooperation and support from our partners, including the UN Member States. Your support is particularly essential in these difficult times and amidst attempts to interfere with judicial proceedings”.
During her visit, UNGA President Baerbock expressed to President Akane her unwavering support for a strong and independent ICC, free from intimidation and threats. "Accountability cannot be silenced. Victims of the most serious crimes deserve justice," she said.
The visit of the UNGA President to the ICC highlights the institution’s continued commitment to the joint efforts deployed in the fight against the impunity of the perpetrators of the most serious crimes that affect the international community as a whole.
The UN and the ICC are two separate institutions. On 4 October 2004, the ICC and the United Nations signed an agreement governing their institutional relationship. The Agreement recognizes the role and mandates of both institutions and defines the terms of their relations and close cooperation on matters of mutual interest.
For more information, please contact the ICC Public Affairs Unit: [email protected]. You can also follow the Court’s activities on Twitter/X, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Flickr
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