The United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization is hearing testimony from over 70 organizations and individuals on a new resolution recognizing Puerto Rico's right to self-determination and independence. The committee is expected to ratify the resolution, for the 44th time, later in the day.
The testimony is part of the committee's consideration of Puerto Rico's colonial case. The resolution aims to acknowledge the island's right to determine its own future.
The committee's decision is expected to take place in the afternoon.