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Lucas Dias Rodrigues dos Santos

Lucas Dias Rodrigues Dos Santos is a Brazilian Ph.D. student in international relations at the Geneva-based Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies. His research focuses on the evolution of multilateral diplomacy and emerging powers. Besides his native Portuguese, he speaks French, English and Spanish.

The US’ Humble Approach to Running for a Human Rights Council Seat, Albeit on a Clean Slate

Lucas Dias Rodrigues dos Santos
• August 5, 2021

GENEVA — The United States is campaigning for election to the Human Rights Council in October for the 2022-24 term, starting a new chapter in its volatile relationship with the Geneva-based body. Its current re-engagement, including more acceptance of…