38/4 Report of the Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review - France

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Human Rights Council Thirty-eighth session

18 June–6 July 2018

Agenda item 6

Universal periodic review

Report of the Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review*

France

* The annex is being circulated without formal editing, in the languages of submission only.

United Nations A/HRC/38/4

General Assembly Distr.: General 11 April 2018

English

Original: English/French

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Introduction

1. The Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review, established in accordance

with Human Rights Council resolution 5/1, held its twenty-ninth session from 15 to 26

January 2018. The review of France was held at the 1st meeting, on 15 January 2018. The

delegation of France was headed by François Croquette, the Ambassador for Human

Rights, Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. At its 10th meeting, held on 19 January

2018, the Working Group adopted the report on France.

2. On 10 January 2018, the Human Rights Council selected the following group of

rapporteurs (troika) to facilitate the review of France: Brazil, Kenya and Kyrgyzstan.

3. In accordance with paragraph 15 of the annex to Human Rights Council resolution

5/1 and paragraph 5 of the annex to Council resolution 16/21, the following documents

were issued for the review of France:

(a) A national report submitted/written presentation made in accordance with

paragraph 15 (a) (A/HRC/WG.6/29/FRA/1);

(b) A compilation prepared by the Office of the United Nations High

Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in accordance with paragraph 15 (b)

(A/HRC/WG.6/29/FRA/2);

(c) A summary prepared by OHCHR in accordance with paragraph 15 (c)

(A/HRC/WG.6/29/FRA/3).

4. A list of questions prepared in advance by Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Germany,

Portugal, Rwanda, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom of Great Britain

and Northern Ireland was transmitted to France through the troika. These questions are

available on the website of the universal periodic review.

I. Summary of the proceedings of the review process

A. Presentation by the State under review

5. The delegation of France recalled that respect for human rights was a core value of

the French Republic. France had continually advocated for the creation of the universal

periodic review mechanism. Since the previous review of France in 2013, great efforts had

been made to enhance the protection of fundamental rights.

6. France had endeavoured to foster greater respect for the rights of women,

particularly in the area of violence against women, [through such initiatives as the

development of the Plan to Combat Violence 2017–2019 and the ratification of the Council

of Europe Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence against Women and

Domestic Violence (Istanbul Convention)]. It had also made efforts to promote gender

equality in the workplace through such initiatives as the creation of the High Council for

Gender Equality and the adoption of the law of 4 August 2014 on genuine equality between

men and women.

7. Combating discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity was

also a priority, as evidenced by the legalization of same-sex marriage and the development

of the 2017–2020 plan for putting an end to hatred and discrimination directed at lesbian,

gay, bisexual and transgender persons.

8. France had given new impetus to its efforts to combat racism, xenophobia and anti-

Semitism, which had been declared the national priority issue for 2015. In all, 40 concrete

measures had been taken within the framework of the second National Action Plan to

Combat Racism and Anti-Semitism, which covered the period from 2015 to 2017. France

had pursued a proactive policy on fighting crime and had adopted specific pieces of

legislation to combat online hate speech. Police officers, gendarmes, judges and senior

registrars were provided with regular training on the subject.

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9. France had stepped up its efforts to put an end to the use of racial profiling, which

ran counter to the Republican principle of equality and was banned under the Code of

Ethics governing the National Police and the Gendarmerie. An effective remedy was

available to individuals who considered that they had been subjected to racial profiling. The

Court of Cassation had recalled that identity checks carried out based on physical

characteristics associated with actual or presumed ethnic origin were discriminatory, and

the use of that practice would constitute serious misconduct on the part of the State.

10. France had stepped up its efforts to combat discrimination in the sphere of

education. The topic was a key element in the new syllabuses for ethics and civic education

courses. France was determined to mitigate the impact of social and economic inequalities

on academic success by implementing social diversity policies in approximately 40 districts

and priority education policies in the most challenging neighbourhoods. Tackling

discrimination in the workplace remained a priority for the authorities.

11. France had also made efforts to promote solidarity. The multi-year poverty reduction

and social inclusion plan for 2013 had made it possible to integrate the needs of the most

vulnerable members of the population into the design of policies on access to employment,

health care, education, housing and support for families. The rise in poverty rates in France

had been halted, and particular progress had been made in the area of emergency

accommodation, with 30,000 additional places created since 2012. With regard to the issue

posed by unauthorized camps and slum clearance or reclamation, France had made efforts

to optimize effective access to housing, health care, employment and schooling: close to

9,000 people had secured housing or temporary accommodations, more than 1,700 people

had found employment and almost 5,800 children had been enrolled in school between

2012 and 2016. The Planning Act, which was designed to achieve genuine equality for

overseas collectivities, had facilitated the adjustment of legislation to take account of the

specific needs existing in those locations.

12. In 2017, France had passed legislation on the duty of care held by parent and

subcontracting companies in an effort to ensure that transnational enterprises are held

accountable for their actions. France had adopted a national action plan for the

implementation of the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights in

April 2017 and ratified the Protocol to the International Labour Organization Forced

Labour Convention, 1930 (No. 29), on 7 June 2016.

13. France was working to cope with the global phenomenon of large-scale population

shifts. Two major pieces of legislation had been passed since 2013. The Asylum Reform

Act had established the independence of the French Office for the Protection of Refugees

and Stateless Persons, strengthened the rights of asylum seekers, improved efficiency and

reduced processing times. The Act on the Rights of Foreigners in France had strengthened

the right to residence, buttressed judicial authority to exercise oversight of placement in

custody and established the principle of prioritizing alternatives to detention. The

Government was committed to further improving reception conditions for asylum seekers.

The number of places in accommodations for asylum seekers and refugees had doubled

since 2013 and was continuing to rise. The time frame for processing asylum requests

needed to be shortened and the integration of refugees needed to be improved. Lastly,

France had established a mechanism for the protection of unaccompanied minors present in

its territory, irrespective of their nationality or legal status.

14. France was working to block illegal immigration channels and to stop human

trafficking networks from exploiting people for the purposes of prostitution, forced begging

or criminal activity and to put an end to degrading forms of work. Since 2013, France had

strengthened its policy for combating human trafficking and established its first national

action plan in that regard.

15. In order to address the problem of prison overcrowding, France had modified its

prison policies since 2013 to promote the use of alternatives to imprisonment and the

adjustment of sentences. A construction programme had been announced that would lead to

the creation of 15,000 additional prison places and the renovation of existing facilities.

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16. France had a number of suitable institutions and procedures in place to uphold the

right to an effective remedy for victims of police violence. Officers suspected of excessive

use of force were subject to administrative and judicial investigations.

17. The French authorities continued to display steadfast determination in dealing with

the challenges posed by terrorism. The attacks of 13 November 2015 had led the authorities

to impose a state of emergency that had then been extended on several occasions in

response to the continued threat of terrorism. Although France had invoked the temporary

derogation clauses contained in the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and

Fundamental Freedoms (European Convention on Human Rights) and the International

Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, it had not in any way abandoned the rule of law.

The state of emergency could not remain in place indefinitely, and the new Government

had decided to lift it on 1 November 2017 with the aim of building an effective framework

for protecting and upholding basic rights. A law had been passed to strengthen internal

security and combat terrorism for that same purpose.

B. Interactive dialogue and responses by the State under review

18. During the interactive dialogue, 115 delegations made statements.

Recommendations made during the dialogue are to be found in section II of the present

report.

19. Georgia acknowledged progress achieved in combating discrimination and ensuring

the rights of women and children.

20. Germany welcomed the ratification of the Istanbul Convention and the

implementation of the Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.

21. Ghana commended the establishment of the High Council for Equality between

Women and Men and of the High Council for Family, Childhood and the Elderly.

22. Greece applauded steps to combat racism, anti-Semitism and violence against

children.

23. Guyana recognized the long history of France and its commitment to human rights.

24. Haiti welcomed the leadership of France on environmental protection, and a law to

prevent human rights violations in supply chains.

25. Honduras praised the establishment of the High Council for Equality between

Women and Men and of the Office of the Ombudsman.

26. Hungary welcomed the growing accessibility of education and health care,

expressing concern about discrimination against persons with disabilities.

27. Iceland commended France for promoting the rights of women, children and lesbian,

gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex persons.

28. India recognized efforts to combat gender discrimination and to achieve gender

parity.

29. Indonesia made recommendations.

30. The Islamic Republic of Iran made recommendations.

31. Iraq welcomed steps to reduce poverty and marginalization, encouraging France to

improve respect for freedom of religion.

32. Ireland praised measures to combat racism, anti-Semitism and violence against

women.

33. Israel commended the implementation of the National Action Plan to Combat

Racism and Anti-Semitism.

34. Italy welcomed the ratification of the Istanbul Convention and the establishment of

the National Child Protection Council.

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35. Japan applauded efforts to combat violence against women and discrimination

against Roma.

36. Kazakhstan acknowledged the ratification of international instruments and the

adoption of national action plans.

37. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic noted efforts to achieve gender equality and

to combat gender violence.

38. Lebanon commended the commitment to promoting citizens’ and residents’ human

rights.

39. Libya acknowledged the ratification of international instruments, noting that further

efforts were required to combat Islamophobia.

40. Liechtenstein welcomed the prohibition of corporal punishment, noting that it was

not banned in all settings.

41. Madagascar commended the ratification of the Optional Protocol to the Convention

on the Rights of the Child on a communications procedure, regretting that discrimination

persisted.

42. Malaysia praised efforts to prevent discrimination, and to ratify the Optional

Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on a communications procedure.

43. Maldives was encouraged by legislative and constitutional measures to ensure

gender parity in political and public life.

44. Mali acknowledged the ratification of the Istanbul Convention and the Optional

Protocol to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, and

praised the leadership of France during the 2015 United Nations Climate Change

Conference, held in Paris.

45. Mauritania noted steps to manage migration and fight racial discrimination.

46. Mongolia expressed concern about racial discrimination, and enquired about the

right to decent housing for persons with insufficient means.

47. Montenegro commended the adoption of Act No. 2013-404 on marriage for all and

of the plan against anti-LGBT hatred and discrimination (2017–2020).

48. Mozambique made recommendations.

49. Myanmar commended the ratification of numerous human rights treaties and efforts

to combat terrorism.

50. Namibia applauded France for declaring the fight against racism and anti-Semitism

to be a national priority.

51. Nepal praised efforts to ensure gender parity, encouraging France to enhance its

official development assistance.

52. The Netherlands commended efforts to achieve gender equality in the workplace,

and to improve prison conditions.

53. Norway made recommendations.

54. Pakistan appreciated efforts to combat racism, while expressing regret that religious

and racial prejudice remained prevalent.

55. France was committed to fighting terrorism while upholding the rule of law and

fundamental freedoms. The measures provided for by the internal security and antiterrorism

law of 30 October 2017 were targeted, proportionate and aimed solely at preventing and

combating terrorism. Those measures were accompanied by a large number of safeguards

and were subject to wide-ranging parliamentary and judicial oversight.

56. The French delegation had explained that the authorities were preparing a new

action plan to tackle all forms of human trafficking. The new plan, which was based on the

previous one, would have a particular focus on minors.

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57. The French delegation had noted that unaccompanied minors were provided with

accommodation without any conditions attached and benefited from all the social assistance

services and rights accorded to children. When the “Jungle” camp in Calais had been

dismantled, the Government had set up a special emergency mechanism for providing

accommodation to individuals who declared themselves to be unaccompanied minors.

58. With regard to the rights of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers, the Government

was giving the situation in Calais its full attention. The clearing of the Calais camp had put

an end to a situation that could not be allowed to continue for reasons of security and the

need to uphold human dignity. France intended to develop a balanced policy on asylum and

the integration of refugees that would ensure the effective application of the law and favour

the integration of persons who had been placed under the protection of France. It was

continuing its efforts to improve the various mechanisms for helping foreign nationals to

move on from emergency accommodation and find suitable housing.

59. France was committed to tackling racism and anti-Semitism. The next national plan

on the issue would be launched by the Prime Minister in March. The plan would be an

ambitious one and was currently the focus of a consultation process involving non-

governmental organizations and ministries. France was committed to increasing its efforts

to combat all forms of hatred expressed on social media.

60. Panama noted steps to ratify international instruments and to combat discrimination.

61. Paraguay welcomed the leadership of France during the 2015 United Nations

Framework Convention on Climate Change.

62. Peru highlighted achievements concerning gender equality.

63. The Philippines welcomed efforts to combat violence against women and children.

64. Poland commended the creation of the National Child Protection Council and the

interministerial plan on mobilizing against and fighting violence against children.

65. Portugal welcomed legislative measures to ensure gender parity in political and

public life.

66. Qatar commended efforts to fight human trafficking and hate speech.

67. The Republic of Korea praised steps to integrate Roma and to combat forced labour.

68. The Republic of Moldova welcomed the anti-discrimination framework and

achievements in ensuring gender equality.

69. The Russian Federation expressed concern about migrants’ rights in the Pas-de-

Calais region, and the increase in xenophobia and racism.

70. Rwanda expressed concern at the minimal steps taken to hold accountable

perpetrators of genocide in Rwanda residing in France.

71. Saudi Arabia commended steps to ratify the Optional Protocol to the Convention on

the Rights of the Child on a communications procedure, and to combat social

marginalization.

72. Senegal welcomed measures protecting migrants’ rights, and combating racism and

anti-Semitism.

73. Serbia applauded the adoption of the Act on equality and citizenship, and measures

to fight violence against women.

74. Sierra Leone welcomed efforts to combat racism and encouraged France to

withdraw its declarations regarding the International Convention on the Elimination of All

Forms of Racial Discrimination and the International Covenant on Civil and Political

Rights.

75. Singapore praised efforts to combat racism, anti-Semitism and gender-based

violence.

76. Slovakia commended steps to prevent discrimination and to ensure children’s rights

and gender equality.

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77. Slovenia welcomed the procedure for amending gender in civil status registration

and measures against discrimination.

78. South Africa urged France to uphold the provisions of the Durban Declaration and

Programme of Action.

79. Spain congratulated France on ratifying the Optional Protocol to the Convention on

the Rights of the Child on a communications procedure.

80. Sri Lanka noted actions to combat racial discrimination and in ensuring gender

equality.

81. The State of Palestine welcomed efforts to combat discrimination and implement the

Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.

82. The Sudan expressed concerned at racist and xenophobic attacks and crimes against

migrants.

83. Sweden acknowledged and encouraged work to fulfil human rights obligations.

84. Switzerland welcomed the lifting of the state of emergency, and efforts to promote

trust in law enforcement officials.

85. The Syrian Arab Republic stressed the inadmissibility of forcefully acquiring the

territory of other States, and the right of peoples to self-determination.

86. Thailand commended efforts to ensure corporate accountability by implementing the

Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.

87. Timor-Leste commended France for integrating migrant women and girls into

society.

88. Togo welcomed the National Action Plan to Combat Racism and Anti-Semitism

2015–2017.

89. Tunisia commended France for ratifying the Istanbul Convention.

90. Turkey noted that political initiatives contrary to freedom of expression had been

censured by the Constitutional Council.

91. Ukraine noted efforts on gender equality, Roma integration and civil society

dialogue.

92. The United Kingdom valued the cooperation of France in combating human

trafficking.

93. The United States of America expressed concern at the ban on religious attire and at

the low level of schooling of Roma children.

94. Uruguay noted achievements relating to gender equality.

95. Uzbekistan acknowledged the establishment of the High Council for Equality

between Women and Men and of the High Council for Family, Childhood and the Elderly.

96. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela made recommendations.

97. Viet Nam welcomed measures on gender equality and on combating racism and

anti-Semitism.

98. Zambia welcomed initiatives at the international level to promote women’s rights,

but noted insufficient progress at the national level in that regard.

99. The French delegation had stated that fighting impunity and preventing genocide

were among the central objectives of French diplomacy. France had cooperated closely

with the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and subsequently with the residual

mechanism to ensure that full information about the events in Rwanda in 1994 were

brought to light in a completely impartial manner. In 2012, a specialized judicial centre had

been established to provide comprehensive support to the judicial authorities investigating

persons suspected of being involved in the genocide. In 1998 the French National

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Assembly had established a fact-finding mission on French military operations in Rwanda.

A large volume of archives had already been opened and the mission’s work was ongoing.

100. France was working to ensure that allegations of sexual abuse of children by French

soldiers in the Central African Republic were investigated and that if those allegations were

proven, that the persons responsible were brought to justice. France placed great

importance on the prevention and suppression of sexual violence and demanded exemplary

conduct from its soldiers.

101. The French delegation recalled that the President of the Republic had committed to

increasing public spending on development assistance to 0.55 per cent of the gross

domestic product by 2022.

102. France was committed to secularism and to freedom of religion and belief. The

French authorities continued to make strenuous efforts to combat anti-Muslim acts and acts

of hatred. The principle of secularism applied to providers of public services rather than to

users of those services. As an exception to that rule, in 2004 lawmakers had chosen to

prohibit the wearing of overt religious symbols in public schools in order to preserve the

neutrality of public education, maintain a calm atmosphere in the schools and help to ensure

that children were not discriminated against because of their religion.

103. France was committed to strengthening its efforts to uphold the rights of persons

with disabilities, as had been demonstrated on the occasion of the visit of the United

Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of persons with disabilities to France in October

2017. Measures were being taken to ensure that persons with disabilities were better able to

exercise their right to vote, to improve the schooling provided to students with disabilities,

to ensure the inclusion of persons with disabilities in transport and housing, and to do more

to help such persons find employment and remain in their jobs. Steps were also being taken

to monitor the use of restraints and seclusion more closely.

104. Afghanistan praised the interministerial plan of action against radicalization and

terrorism.

105. Albania noted efforts to combat racial discrimination, xenophobia and anti-

Semitism.

106. Algeria made recommendations.

107. Andorra welcomed the recent ratification of international human rights instruments.

108. Angola welcomed progress made on civil, political and social rights, especially

regarding immigration.

109. Argentina highlighted efforts to combat discrimination against lesbian, gay,

bisexual, transgender and intersex persons, and to promote children’s rights.

110. Armenia welcomed the commitment to counter impunity, and the High Council for

Family, Childhood and the Elderly.

111. Australia welcomed laws on same-sex marriage and lesbian, gay, bisexual,

transgender and intersex persons, but noted the stigmatization of minority groups.

112. Austria commended France for lifting the state of emergency following the 2015

terrorist attacks.

113. Azerbaijan appreciated efforts to implement recommendations from the second

review cycle.

114. Bahrain commended France for its policy on migrant children and refugee children.

115. Bangladesh welcomed efforts to combat discrimination, but expressed concern at

reports of racial profiling.

116. Belarus made recommendations.

117. Belgium made recommendations.

118. Benin welcomed the ratification of Council of Europe and International Labour

Organization (ILO) instruments, and the Paris Agreement.

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119. Bhutan commended France for ensuring the rights of women, children and persons

with disabilities.

120. The Plurinational State of Bolivia welcomed the commitment to combating human

trafficking, and the ratification of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and

Cultural Rights.

121. Bosnia and Herzegovina welcomed the national action plan to combat human

trafficking.

122. Botswana welcomed the National Action Plan to Combat Racism and Anti-

Semitism.

123. Brazil congratulated France for legislating on gender equality, and for combating

discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex persons.

124. Bulgaria commended the legislation against discrimination, and efforts to ensure

education for all children.

125. Burkina Faso called on France to withdraw its reservations to international human

rights instruments.

126. Canada welcomed the promotion of the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender

and intersex persons and the recognition of children born to them.

127. The Central African Republic called upon France to pursue its efforts to improve the

effectiveness of human rights.

128. Chad congratulated France on combating radicalization and terrorism, and on

legislating on the rights of foreigners.

129. Chile expressed concerned at administrative difficulties facing asylum seekers in

France.

130. China expressed concern at the fact that minority groups in France still faced

discrimination, despite efforts to combat violence, racism and anti-Semitism.

131. The Congo welcomed the legal framework on business and human rights.

132. Costa Rica noted efforts to fight racism, anti-Semitism, xenophobia and racial

discrimination.

133. Côte d’Ivoire congratulated France on its commitment to human rights institutions,

and on its legislative reforms.

134. Cyprus welcomed measures to prevent discrimination, and the law on gender

equality.

135. Denmark praised progress on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex rights,

and the constitutional guarantee of children’s interests.

136. Ecuador congratulated France for combating both impunity in business and human

trafficking, and for promoting gender parity.

137. Egypt commended France for fighting racism and xenophobia, and for adopting a

national action plan to combat human trafficking.

138. Estonia welcomed efforts to curb violence against women and children.

139. Finland was concerned that children and adults with disabilities faced multiple

barriers in accessing education on an equal basis with others.

140. Gabon welcomed measures to ensure the rights of vulnerable groups, and to combat

terrorism, racism and poverty.

141. Mexico recognized progress in combating racism and anti-Semitism.

142. Morocco welcomed measures to combat religious intolerance, hate speech and all

forms of discrimination.

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143. Kenya noted measures to combat terrorism, expressing its solidarity regarding that

scourge.

144. In conclusion, France highlighted the quality of the discussion during the review,

which served to affirm the importance of the universal periodic review, and emphasized its

willingness to respond to the recommendations in a timely manner following

interministerial consultations. France had sought to involve the National Consultative

Commission for Human Rights in its work and was grateful for the constructive dialogue it

maintained with civil society. France recalled that 2018 marked the seventieth anniversary

of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in Paris on 10 December 1948

and that it was the responsibility of everyone to protect and uphold the rights set forth

therein.

II. Conclusions and/or recommendations

145. The following recommendations will be examined by France, which will

provide responses in due time, but no later than the thirty-eighth session of the

Human Rights Council:

145.1 Fully accept the International Convention on the Elimination of All

Forms of Racial Discrimination (Mongolia);

145.2 Withdraw its declarations on article 4 of the International

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination and on

article 27 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

(Mozambique);

145.3 Withdraw the declaration relating to article 13 of the International

Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (Greece);

145.4 Ratify the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of

All Migrant Workers and Members of their Families, as recommended by

various United Nations bodies (Philippines);

145.5 Ratify the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of

All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (Honduras);

145.6 Ratify the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of

All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (Sudan);

145.7 Ratify the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of

All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (Angola);

145.8 Ratify the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of

All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (Chad);

145.9 Ratify the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of

All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (Chile);

145.10 Ratify the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of

All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (Egypt);

145.11 Ratify the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of

All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families and ensure that

unaccompanied children in the territory of France enjoy the same protection as

French children (Paraguay);

145.12 Support the promotion of the rights of all migrant workers and their

families among global and national stakeholders, and consider ratifying the

International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant

Workers and Members of Their Families (Indonesia);

145.13 Consider the possibility of ratification of the International

Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and

Members of Their Families (Azerbaijan);

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145.14 Ratify the amendments to the Rome Statute of the International

Criminal Court on the crime of aggression as soon as possible, with a view to

contributing to individual criminal accountability for the illegal use of force, in

line with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations

(Liechtenstein);

145.15 Consider ratifying the amendments to the Rome Statute of the

International Criminal Court on the crime of aggression (Andorra);

145.16 Ratify the International Labour Organization (ILO) Indigenous and

Tribal Peoples Convention, 1989 (No. 169) and comply with the United Nations

Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (Paraguay);

145.17 Ratify the ILO Domestic Workers Convention, 2011 (No. 189)

(Portugal);

145.18 Ratify the ILO Indigenous and Tribal Peoples Convention, 1989 (No.

169) and the ILO Domestic Workers Convention, 2011 (No. 189), and the

International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant

Workers and Members of Their Families (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela);

145.19 Ratify the Domestic Workers Convention, 2011 (No. 189) of the

International Labour Organization (Madagascar);

145.20 Consider ratifying the ILO Domestic Workers Convention, 2011 (No.

189) (Philippines);

145.21 Ratify the ILO Domestic Workers Convention, 2011 (No. 189)

(Togo);

145.22 Adopt an open, merit-based process when selecting national

candidates for United Nations treaty body elections (United Kingdom of Great

Britain and Northern Ireland);

145.23 Continue working to include the responsibility to protect in meetings

of the Security Council in a periodic manner, favouring the participation of the

Special Adviser on the Responsibility to Protect (Spain);

145.24 Cease the policy of using coercive, unilateral measures against other

countries, and initiate the immediate lifting of those measure, issued as a

punishment by an internal government decision that exceeded the borders of

France and violated the rights of citizens of those countries, in a clear violation

of article 1 (2) of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and

of article 1 (2) of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural

Rights (Syrian Arab Republic);

145.25 Increase official development assistance to meet the target of 0.7 per

cent of gross national income (Sierra Leone);

145.26 Increase its official development assistance contribution to reach 0.7

per cent of gross national income (Congo);

145.27 Consider increasing its official development assistance contribution

to reach the internationally agreed target of 0.7 per cent of gross national

income (Haiti);

145.28 Continue its leadership role in supporting development efforts

worldwide by meeting the internationally agreed target of 0.7 per cent of gross

national income for official development assistance (Bhutan);

145.29 Continue its efforts to ensure the strengthening of preventive

measures in its overseas operations, while giving due consideration to human

rights (Japan);

145.30 Continue to impose practices that are compatible with international

commitments in the area of human rights (Turkey);

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145.31 Refrain from transferring conventional weapons when these can be

used to violate human rights or international humanitarian law, in line with its

obligations under the Arms Trade Treaty and target 16.4 of the Sustainable

Development Goals (Panama);

145.32 Apologize for its silence relating to the acknowledgement of

colonialism as a crime against humanity and the worst form of human rights

violation, as indicated by the General Assembly of the United Nations, to the

peoples and countries that France colonized, causing the death and

displacement of millions of people, among them many citizens of the Syrian

Arab Republic, and provide financial compensation to the victims (Syrian Arab

Republic);

145.33 Empower indigenous peoples in the areas that it occupies to exercise

their right to self-determination, in compliance with the principles and

objectives of the Charter of the United Nations (Syrian Arab Republic);

145.34 Incorporate international human rights standards on tolerance and

non-discrimination into its national education system (Azerbaijan);

145.35 Continue the promotion and strengthening of the instruments to

combat discrimination (Georgia);

145.36 Continue ensuring effective State responses when dealing with

xenophobia and discrimination against women and religious and racial groups

(Indonesia);

145.37 Increase its efforts to combat all forms of discrimination against

women and girls belonging to certain religious or ethnic minorities, including

the prevention of discrimination in the labour market (Qatar);

145.38 Continue with efforts to improve its legal and institutional

frameworks for protection against discrimination, and foster a culture of

equality, tolerance and mutual respect by ensuring the same level of protection

relating to all grounds of discrimination (State of Palestine);

145.39 Continue to promote a culture of equality, tolerance and mutual

respect to prevent and combat persistent discrimination (Timor-Leste);

145.40 Intensify efforts to prevent discrimination and combat all forms of its

manifestations (Uzbekistan);

145.41 Conduct effective measures to increase public awareness, in order to

enhance the culture of equality, tolerance and mutual respect (Uzbekistan);

145.42 Further promote social inclusion and tolerance policies between

groups, particularly vis-à-vis migrants (Viet Nam);

145.43 Put in place a strong legislative framework to combat all forms of

discriminatory practice (Madagascar);

145.44 Establish an institution specifically dedicated to anti-discrimination

for various categories of its population, and consider collecting disaggregated

data to that effect (Namibia);

145.45 Provide the entities in charge of implementing anti-discrimination

regulations at the local, regional and national levels with human and financial

resources to fulfil their mandate (Honduras);

145.46 Ensure sufficient long-term financial resources for programmes and

initiatives under the Real Equality Overseas Act of 28 February 2017 (Haiti);

145.47 Promote equality and non-discrimination and preserve the cultural

rights of all groups, with emphasis on religious symbols (Sudan);

145.48 Continue strengthening measures against discrimination, particularly

to guarantee the protection and integration of children of different nationalities

(Chile);

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145.49 Continue to combat all forms of discrimination, including racial

discrimination and discrimination based on ethnic grounds (Italy);

145.50 Continue its efforts aimed at strengthening the fight against racism,

racial discrimination and xenophobia (Senegal);

145.51 Adopt measures to eliminate all forms of discrimination, xenophobia

and religious intolerance (Sudan);

145.52 Ensure an effective State response to matters related to racism,

discrimination, Islamophobia and xenophobia (Afghanistan);

145.53 Strengthen policies to prevent and combat violence and intolerance

against migrants (Plurinational State of Bolivia);

145.54 Take further effective measures to combat racial discrimination and

xenophobia, and combat hate crimes based on racism (China);

145.55 Increase the efficiency of investigations of and sanctions for

perpetrators of violence and discrimination against ethnic and religious

minorities, including Roma, non-sedentary groups, Muslims, migrants and

asylum seekers, in particular when they are perpetrated by State agents

(Mexico);

145.56 Enhance its efforts to combat racism and religious intolerance

(Kenya);

145.57 Make sure that recently introduced reforms, including several action

plans in the field of the fight against racism and anti-Semitism, will translate

into widespread practice (Poland);

145.58 Continue and further strengthen the efforts made under the National

Action Plan to Combat Racism and Anti-Semitism 2015–2017 to fight racial

discrimination and xenophobia (India);

145.59 Ensure that the dedicated national body completes its work on a new

National Action Plan to Combat Racism and Anti-Semitism 2018–2020, based

on a thorough evaluation of its predecessor (Israel);

145.60 Continue to refine and implement the 40 measures in the National

Action Plan to Combat Racism and Anti-Semitism 2015–2017 until a new

National Action Plan is introduced (Singapore);

145.61 Effectively implement the 2017 Act, as well as the national plan of

action on business and human rights, and ensure that obligations under the Act

are duly respected by French companies operating overseas (Thailand);

145.62 Continue its efforts relating to training and awareness-raising against

racism and discrimination (Morocco);

145.63 Continue efforts to establish a policy on statistics on ethnic

minorities, in order to study and eliminate the phenomenon of racial

discrimination (Tunisia);

145.64 Ensure an effective State response to anti-Muslim attacks, racism,

discrimination, xenophobia and Islamophobia (Pakistan);

145.65 Intensify efforts to prevent violence and criminal acts motivated by

hatred and intolerance and prosecute those responsible for such acts

(Slovakia);

145.66 Intensify efforts aimed at preventing violence and crimes committed

on the grounds of hatred or intolerance, and bring the perpetrators of those

crimes to justice (Belarus);

145.67 Step up efforts against anti-Semitism and anti-Muslim violence and

prosecute and punish perpetrators (Central Africa Republic);

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145.68 Address police-led racism and police violence against migrants

(South Africa);

145.69 Ensure the full implementation of measures for the prevention of

violence based on race and on social and economic status (Montenegro);

145.70 Take effective steps to repeal discriminatory by-laws, including those

prohibiting the hijab, and ensure that Muslims are not discriminated against

because of their religion or ethnicity, and that education of girls and

adolescents is not adversely affected (Pakistan);

145.71 Develop national plans to address all forms of religious

discrimination (United States of America);

145.72 Take all necessary measures to combat all forms and manifestations

of racism and to prevent discrimination in the workplace and the labour

market concerning Muslim women wearing the headscarf (Islamic Republic of

Iran);

145.73 Continue to enhance efforts to prevent acts of racism, intolerance and

xenophobia against minority groups, particularly towards women and girls

among its Muslim population, including by ensuring justice for victims of such

acts (Malaysia);

145.74 Take all necessary steps to combat racial violence, especially against

foreign and migrant women and children, and to ensure their rights, access to

basic services and integration into the host society (Thailand);

145.75 In line with a recommendation from the previous universal periodic

review, take the necessary measures to prevent discriminatory identity controls

and to ensure that cases of proven abuse of authority are subjected to an

appropriate sanction (Switzerland);

145.76 Make efforts to stop the stigmatizing practice of ethnic profiling by

law enforcement officials and private business (Pakistan);

145.77 Stop the abusive, humiliating and discriminatory practices of the

police against people of African or Arab origin, victims of identity checks based

on discriminatory ethnic profiling (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela);

145.78 Reinforce the national legislative framework and institutional

mechanisms to combat all discriminatory practices based on racial, ethnic and

religious profiling (Azerbaijan);

145.79 Set up efforts to curb racist and xenophobic discourse in public life

and political spheres, particularly by elected representatives (Botswana);

145.80 Introduce further measures to address the issue of hate speech, in

order to effectively combat discrimination and intolerance, and ensure that an

independent mechanism for the review of relevant national action plans is put

in place (Norway);

145.81 Continue efforts to combat all forms of racial discrimination and hate

speech directed against certain groups on the basis of race or religion, in order

to promote a culture of diversity and tolerance (Tunisia);

145.82 Intensify efforts against discrimination, racism, xenophobia and anti-

Semitism, prohibiting and punishing hate speech or any other action that could

incite violent attacks for discriminatory reasons (Uruguay);

145.83 Take legislative, political and awareness-raising measures to

effectively combat hate speech and crimes motivated by racial or religious

hatred (Algeria);

145.84 Continue its policy of combating racism and ensuring that racist and

xenophobic speech is investigated and, if necessary, prosecuted, with

appropriate sanctions (Côte d’Ivoire);

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145.85 Take all necessary measures to ensure the application of the

legislative framework established to combat hate speech, particularly on social

networks (Cyprus);

145.86 Strengthen measures against racist and xenophobic speech, including

investigation and prosecution (Ecuador);

145.87 Continue its efforts in the area of prevention and the fight against

hate speech (Morocco);

145.88 Enact legislation to combat incitement to racial discrimination and

hate speech (Bahrain);

145.89 Ensure that perpetrators of hate speech and violence are held

accountable (Russian Federation);

145.90 Ensure the official recognition of the existing national minorities in

the country (Russian Federation);

145.91 Establish a mechanism to independently monitor and evaluate

actions taken within the framework of the national plan against anti-LGBT

hatred and discrimination (Spain);

145.92 Take steps to introduce legal protections from discrimination on the

grounds of intersex status (Australia);

145.93 Ensure the follow-up and independent assessment of the

implementation of the plan against anti-LGBT hatred and discrimination

(2017–2020) (Austria);

145.94 Make sure it is easier for transgender people to obtain official

recognition of their gender by a rapid, accessible and transparent procedure

(Belgium);

145.95 Continue stepping up measures to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual,

transgender and intersex persons, with special emphasis on the elimination of

hate speech and discrimination (Chile);

145.96 Take the necessary measures to punish hate speech, in particular on

the social media, against the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex

community (Argentina);

145.97 Ensure compensation is paid to all victims of nuclear tests in French

Polynesia, in line with the observations of the Committee on the Elimination of

Discrimination against Women and of the Human Rights Committee

(Panama);

145.98 Take all appropriate measures to comply with the obligations arising

from the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of

Genocide, and prosecute all genocide suspects living in France (Islamic

Republic of Iran);

145.99 Declassify and make public all Rwanda genocide documents that

would advance efforts to establish responsibility and victims’ rights to the truth

(Guyana);

145.100 Investigate comprehensively the role, actions and involvement of

States before, during and after the Rwanda genocide (Guyana);

145.101 Follow up on the findings of the International Criminal Tribunal for

Rwanda and, where just, prosecute identified offenders (Guyana);

145.102 Increase its efforts to help ensure the accountability of suspected

perpetrators of the genocide in Rwanda (Israel);

145.103 Positively respond to the requests for mutual legal assistance by the

Government of Rwanda with respect to the ongoing investigations against

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suspected perpetrators of genocide living in France, and declassify all relevant

documentation related to the genocide (Mozambique);

145.104 Take appropriate actions aimed at prosecuting Rwanda genocide

suspects living in France, or alternatively, extradite them to the competent

jurisdiction (Namibia);

145.105 Take active steps to either prosecute or extradite suspected genocide

perpetrators residing in its territories (Rwanda);

145.106 Take steps to either extradite or prosecute the Rwanda genocide

suspects who may still be residing in its territory (Kenya);

145.107 Take immediate steps to cooperate with the International Criminal

Tribunal for Rwanda by prosecuting Wenceslas Munyeshyaka and Laurent

Bucyibaruta, or, alternatively, ensure their immediate return to the

International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (Rwanda);

145.108 Take active steps to declassify and make public all documents that

contain government and military information relating to the period before,

during and after the genocide (Rwanda);

145.109 Take active steps to investigate allegations emanating from various

sources of France’s role and involvement in the genocide against the Tutsi

(Rwanda);

145.110 Amend due diligence law No. 2017-399, so as to remove the burden

from victims of corporate human rights violations and put it on the companies,

in order to ensure corporate accountability (Namibia);

145.111 Strengthen oversight for French companies operating abroad with

regard to any negative impact of their activities on the enjoyment of human

rights, particularly in conflict areas, which includes situations of foreign

occupation where there are heightened risks of human rights abuses (State of

Palestine);

145.112 Continue establishing good practices in ensuring human rights

obligations are met in environmental policy-making and in business enterprises

(Bhutan);

145.113 Continue constructively participating in the framework of the

process of Human Rights Council resolution 26/9, as part of the fight against

corporate impunity (Ecuador);

145.114 Pursue actions and initiatives in the implementation of the aims of the

Paris Agreement under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate

Change (Benin);

145.115 Continue its efforts to implement the Paris Agreement on Climate

Change (Gabon);

145.116 Ensure that the new anti-terrorism laws are applied in a

proportionate manner and in a way that prioritizes fundamental human rights,

such as the right to liberty and the right to a fair trial (Iceland);

145.117 Continue conducting its deradicalization programme, as a part of

ongoing efforts to combat radicalization and to enhance the exchange of

experience and cooperation with other countries (Indonesia);

145.118 Strengthen policies to prevent the radicalization of young people by

effectively tackling the root causes of this phenomenon, one of the main ones

being social exclusion (Kazakhstan);

145.119 Further strengthen its measures to protect peace and the security of

its people from acts of terrorism (Myanmar);

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145.120 Closely monitor and evaluate the implementation of legislative

amendments to combat terrorism, in order to ensure that individual liberties

and human rights are fully protected (Norway);

145.121 Carry out prior judicial control, in order to ensure that anti-

terrorism measures are in line with international human rights law (Panama);

145.122 Strengthen fundamental freedoms and the rule of law in the fight

against terrorism (Peru);

145.123 Continue to respect fundamental human rights, even as it increases

security measures to counter terrorism (Philippines);

145.124 Ensure that counter-terrorism measures are carried out in a

proportionate and non-discriminatory manner and do not lead to the

stigmatization of specific sections of the population (Qatar);

145.125 Include measures increasing prior judicial control and transparency

in anti-terrorism efforts (Republic of Korea);

145.126 Review the impact on human rights and fundamental freedoms of

police operations carried out under the state of emergency, with a view to

minimizing their negative effects (Slovenia);

145.127 Carry out an evaluation of its new legislative and security-related

counter-terrorism instruments to prevent any possible violations of human

rights (Switzerland);

145.128 Cease all forms of direct and indirect support for terrorist groups

that are implicated in the shedding of Syrian blood (Syrian Arab Republic);

145.129 Ensure that counter-terrorism measures are in full conformity with

the provisions of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or

Degrading Treatment or Punishment (Ukraine);

145.130 Put in place mechanisms to systematically monitor the 2017 anti-

terror laws and associated policies, especially with regard to their

discriminatory impact on minorities and religious groups (Australia);

145.131 Conduct an independent and transparent assessment of the anti-

terrorism policy and its impact on civil liberties and human rights, by taking

into account the recommendations of the Special Rapporteur on the promotion

and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering

terrorism (Belarus);

145.132 In the context of the fight against terrorism, limit the use of

exceptional powers to the extent required by the situation, while respecting

international human rights standards (Brazil);

145.133 Ensure that measures to combat terrorism do not, in their

application, violate rights protected by the Convention against Torture and

Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (Central Africa

Republic);

145.134 Fight against terrorism in line with international human rights

instruments (Costa Rica);

145.135 Guarantee respect for human rights in the execution of counter-

terrorism activities, including the rights and fundamental freedoms of its

citizens (Egypt);

145.136 Continue efforts in the fight against terrorism (Gabon);

145.137 Create a body to monitor the implementation of measures provided

for by the law on strengthening internal security and the fight against

terrorism, in particular focusing on necessity and proportionality (Mexico);

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145.138 Investigate and monitor all cases of alleged unnecessary or excessive

use of force by law enforcement authorities, and establish measures to ensure

that law enforcement authorities are held to account (Australia);

145.139 Put in place the necessary conditions to ensure that speedy,

independent and thorough investigations are carried out of complaints of ill-

treatment attributed to law enforcement personnel (Austria);

145.140 Consider incorporating into French criminal legislation a definition

of torture that includes all elements set forth in article 1 of the Convention

against Torture, and consider making torture an imprescriptible offence

(Ghana);

145.141 Continue its efforts to improve conditions of detention (Georgia);

145.142 Continue efforts aiming at decreasing overcrowding in prisons

(Germany);

145.143 Consider taking urgent steps to improve conditions of detention by

implementing the recommendations of the Inspector General of Places of

Deprivation of Liberty (Ghana);

145.144 Ensure respect for prisoners’ dignity and improve conditions of

detention and change the paradigm in French criminal policy (Islamic Republic

of Iran);

145.145 Continue addressing prison overcrowding, looking at existing

initiatives, such as the legislative proposal on building 15,000 new cells and

installing telephones in prison cells (Netherlands);

145.146 Continue to improve the living conditions of detained persons and

inmates in its holding facilities and prisons (Republic of Korea);

145.147 Take measures against serious overcrowding in prisons, the terrible

conditions of detention and violations of prisoners’ rights (Bolivarian Republic

of Venezuela);

145.148 Improve the living conditions of detainees by implementing the

recommendations of the Inspector General of Places of Deprivation of Liberty,

including making greater use of alternatives to imprisonment in line with the

United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for Non-custodial Measures and the

United Nations Rules for the Treatment of Women Prisoners and Non-custodial

Measures for Women Offenders (Denmark);

145.149 Address the issues identified in the 2017 European Committee for the

Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment

report, particularly problems linked to overcrowded prisons, which appear to

require urgent measures (Norway);

145.150 Reduce overcrowding in French prisons and improve the conditions

for the detainees, including by allocating greater resources to rehabilitation

(Sweden);

145.151 Put an end to trafficking in persons, particularly women and

children, and combat other forms of exploitation relating to trafficking (Islamic

Republic of Iran);

145.152 Continue its efforts to combat trafficking in persons, especially

women and girls (Peru);

145.153 Progressively develop existing capacity to effectively tackle modern

forms of human exploitation in fulfilment of international treaty obligations,

building resilience across the constituent lands of the French Republic (United

Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland);

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145.154 Strengthen the national policy on combating human trafficking and

intensify its efforts to identify human trafficking among migrants and refugees

(Belarus);

145.155 Continue the fight against trafficking in human beings and

participation in international cooperation in that regard (Bulgaria);

145.156 Adopt a suitable action plan to combat all forms of trafficking and

exploitation of children (India);

145.157 Consider enlarging the scope of its national plan to comprehensively

address all forms of trafficking and exploitation (Ireland);

145.158 Consider expanding the scope of the national plan of action against

human trafficking to cover all forms of trafficking and exploitation (Hungary);

145.159 Redouble its efforts in the fight against human trafficking, allocating

financial resources at the local, regional and national levels, including adequate

provisions to guarantee the protection of victims (Honduras);

145.160 Continue to provide support to women and girls at risk of trafficking

(Timor-Leste);

145.161 Take effective measures to ensure that the victims of trafficking,

especially women and children, are protected and supported in an appropriate

manner (Bosnia and Herzegovina);

145.162 Make further efforts to assist the victims of human trafficking,

ensure their protection and provide them with convenient legal representation

(Qatar);

145.163 Provide children who are at risk of human trafficking and victims of

human trafficking with assistance in returning to their normal life (Russian

Federation);

145.164 Continue to strengthen the legislation relating to the Interministerial

Mission for the protection of women from violence and combating trafficking

in human beings (Lao People’s Democratic Republic);

145.165 Continue to protect the right to freedom of expression, which

constitutes a principal value among French human values (Lebanon);

145.166 Take all measures to guarantee freedom of expression on the

Internet, in accordance with article 11 of the Declaration of the Rights of Man

and of the Citizen (Haiti);

145.167 Take measures to ensure the freedoms of expression, of opinion and

of the media, guaranteeing the right of journalists to protect their sources

(Russian Federation);

145.168 Guarantee freedom of expression, fight against verbal attacks on

journalists and ensure that they can protect their sources (Bolivarian Republic

of Venezuela);

145.169 Strengthen bilingualism in France to reflect the cultural diversity of

its citizenry (Lebanon);

145.170 Immediately investigate all instances of use of excessive force by

security forces while monitoring protests and demonstrations (Zambia);

145.171 Effectively investigate all cases of the use of force by law enforcement

bodies during demonstrations (Russian Federation);

145.172 Impartially investigate the excessive use of force by law enforcement

agents during protests and demonstrations (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela);

145.173 Ensure the effective examination of complaints of the excessive use of

force during arrests, forced evictions and police operations to maintain public

order (Belarus);

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145.174 Bring all legislation concerning communication surveillance into line

with international human rights standards (Liechtenstein);

145.175 Ensure that all communication surveillance requires a test of legality,

proportionality and necessity (Liechtenstein);

145.176 Take the necessary measures to further the efforts of the authorities

to register the births of children in the overseas departments and territories

(Argentina);

145.177 Ensure the justiciability of economic, social and cultural rights and

ensure that its courts apply uniform standards regarding the applicability of

the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (South

Africa);

145.178 Continue to strengthen and reform the social protection system to

cover all persons, including those from the most disadvantaged and

marginalized groups (Maldives);

145.179 Enhance efforts to reduce the impact of social inequalities on access

to quality education for vulnerable groups (Republic of Moldova);

145.180 Strengthen its policies to combat poverty, including by improving

effective access to housing for homeless persons or persons in very precarious

housing (Kazakhstan);

145.181 Establish a national plan of action for housing, aimed at making

accessible a sufficient number of housing units to the poorest (Portugal);

145.182 In relation to recent evictions of Roma, provide appropriate

information and adequate notification, in addition to offering rehousing options

for those evicted (Spain);

145.183 Take the necessary measures to tackle the questions of poor housing

and administrative difficulties in accessing welfare protection (Belgium);

145.184 Intensify efforts and invest more resources to ensure the right to

adequate housing (Viet Nam);

145.185 Ensure, within a reasonable time, measures to address the problem of

the loss of housing of persons evicted from informal settlements, and prior

consultation with the occupants, in particular regarding Roma settlements

(Germany);

145.186 Continue to take measures to address the issues raised in reports of

continued cases of removal of Roma campsites and forced evictions from them

(Japan);

145.187 Ensure consultations with Roma concerning the issue of forced

evictions, in order to provide long-term accommodation for all evicted persons

(Poland);

145.188 Improve and simplify access to rights and procedures to obtain social

security (Portugal);

145.189 Formulate and implement effective policies geared towards the

elimination of poverty, particularly in overseas departments, regions and

territories, including Reunion, French Guiana and Mayotte (Botswana);

145.190 Draft policies and social programmes that specifically target regions,

departments and overseas departments to improve the quality of life so that it

is in line with that in Europe (Costa Rica);

145.191 Take concrete measures to reduce the unemployment rate in the

country (Bangladesh);

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145.192 Develop mental health services that do not lead to institutionalization,

overmedication and practices that do not respect the will and preferences of

individuals (Portugal);

145.193 Allocate the necessary resources to apply complementary measures

aimed at reducing the gap in educational achievement between children

belonging to different socioeconomic groups (Portugal);

145.194 Take additional measures to guarantee a sufficient number of

qualified teachers and to ensure the right to education for all children

(Slovakia);

145.195 Strengthen education reforms with the aim of reducing the impact of

children’s social origin on their educational achievements (Congo);

145.196 Take measures to promote a real culture of equality and tolerance by

evaluating the Act on public school reform, and, if needed, strengthen its

educational reform with a view to reducing the effects of the social background

of children on their achievement in school, and ensure the right to education of

all children without discrimination (Hungary);

145.197 Continue with efforts to protect children from direct and indirect

discrimination in education (Serbia);

145.198 Establish a national programme to eliminate barriers and increase

access to public education for Roma children (United States of America);

145.199 Strengthen its educational reform, with a view to reducing the effects

of the social background of children on their achievements (Timor-Leste);

145.200 Adopt legislative and policy measures to ensure access to quality

education, in an inclusive way, for all foreign children, regardless of their

immigration status (Honduras);

145.201 Review school textbooks that contain selective stories on historical

events that are controversial (Turkey);

145.202 Continue with the promotion and protection of equality between

women and men in all sectors of public and private life (Serbia);

145.203 Continue to implement measures to advance gender equality and

combat discrimination against women in all spheres, including in political and

economic activities (Sri Lanka);

145.204 Systematically mainstream gender equality into all public policies

(Zambia);

145.205 Continue its efforts at the national, regional and international levels

to promote gender equality (Cyprus);

145.206 Combat all forms of discrimination against women and girls

belonging to racial, ethnic and religious minorities, and ensure that Muslim

women wearing the hijab are not discriminated against in the labour market

(Pakistan);

145.207 Take further measures to combat all forms of discrimination against

women and girls belonging to racial, ethnic, national and religious minorities,

including those living in sensitive urban areas (Iceland);

145.208 Reinforce the existing anti-discrimination measures and policies to

combat all forms of discrimination against women and girls from racial and

religious minorities (Sierra Leone);

145.209 Decrease gaps in employment between men and women (Iraq);

145.210 Improve procedures for asylum seekers (Iraq);

145.211 Enhance policies aimed at combating racial discrimination and

xenophobia (Lebanon);

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145.212 Continue taking appropriate measures aimed at narrowing the wage

gap between men and women (Namibia);

145.213 Ensure that provisions related to gender equality, as provided by the

legal instruments and rules, are fully implemented, particularly regarding wage

gaps (Netherlands);

145.214 Take action to effectively address the gender pay gap and report on

the results during the following review cycle (Slovenia);

145.215 Redouble its efforts to eliminate the gender wage gap (Sudan);

145.216 Continue efforts to achieve full equality in all areas, especially in the

labour market (Tunisia);

145.217 Address the disparities in gender equality across the employment

sectors (United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland);

145.218 Adopt measures to guarantee effective equality between men and

women, addressing issues such as respect for the obligations of companies in

relation to professional and wage equality (Uruguay);

145.219 Continue to combat all forms of discrimination against women and

girls belonging to racial, ethnic, national and religious minorities, including

those living in sensitive urban areas (Liechtenstein);

145.220 Further strengthen the implementation of gender equality policies at

the municipal and regional levels (Ireland);

145.221 Strengthen the implementation of gender equality measures at the

regional and municipal levels (Montenegro);

145.222 Strengthen the implementation of gender equality policies at the

municipal and regional levels (Togo);

145.223 Strengthen the implementation of gender equality policies at the

municipal and regional levels (Albania);

145.224 Continue its efforts to strengthen its mechanism for eliminating

gender violence (Japan);

145.225 Continue and strengthen its efforts to combat violence and

discrimination against women (Mongolia);

145.226 Continue efforts to combat gender-based violence against women

(Nepal);

145.227 Ensure that the fifth interministerial plan to prevent and combat

violence against women (2017–2019) is adequately resourced and funded to

meet its objectives (Singapore);

145.228 Implement the recommendations of the Defender of Rights on the

introduction of a clear and precise definition of sexual harassment into the

draft law on equality and citizenship (Greece);

145.229 Continue to design and implement public policies to prevent, address,

sanction and eliminate all forms of violence against women, including female

genital mutilation and early and forced marriage (Paraguay);

145.230 Continue to implement measures aimed at enhancing equality

between men and women in politics and in public life (Armenia);

145.231 Continue to take steps at all levels in order to enforce women’s

representation in leadership and decision-making positions (Bosnia and

Herzegovina);

145.232 Consolidate efforts to reach a comprehensive policy on children’s

rights, as part of the protection of childhood, education and youth, and support

family policy to assist families in raising children (Saudi Arabia);

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145.233 Further strengthen preventive measures to ensure that the rights of

children are respected (Slovakia);

145.234 Review the policy of systematic prenatal detection of Down

syndrome, in line with the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human

Rights and international instruments (Costa Rica);

145.235 Ensure the impartial investigation of allegations of sexual abuse of

children by French military officers during Operation Sangaris (Russian

Federation);

145.236 Explicitly prohibit corporal punishment in all settings, including in

the family and in care settings (Liechtenstein);

145.237 Adopt legislation explicitly prohibiting all forms of corporal

punishment of children and sanctioning perpetrators of such violence

(Sweden);

145.238 Clearly and explicitly prohibit corporal punishment of children in all

setting, including in the home (Uruguay);

145.239 Expressly prohibit all corporal punishment of children in all settings

(Andorra);

145.240 Explicitly prohibit corporal punishment in all settings, in order to

further strengthen the protection of children (Denmark);

145.241 Explicitly prohibit corporal punishment of children in all settings,

including in the home (Estonia);

145.242 Set in law an age below which a person cannot be deemed to consent

to any sexual act (Canada);

145.243 Adopt effective policies to protect isolated foreign minors from child

labour exploitation (Panama);

145.244 Establish a minimum age of criminal responsibility of above 13 years

(Sierra Leone);

145.245 Establish a minimum age of criminal responsibility not below the age

of 13, and end the treatment of children over 16 years of age as adults,

including when involved in violent extremist activities (Sweden);

145.246 Ensure that the juvenile justice system fully complies with the

Convention on the Rights of the Child, and ensure that children, particularly

girls, are not detained together with adults and can access education and health

services (Islamic Republic of Iran);

145.247 Continue implementing policies directed towards access to rights and

social services for young people (Republic of Moldova);

145.248 Continue with the assistance, and the promotion and protection of the

rights, of persons with disability (Lao People’s Democratic Republic);

145.249 Take the necessary steps to ensure equal treatment of persons with

disabilities (Myanmar);

145.250 Continue to enhance access to training for persons with disabilities,

and to coordinate the continuity of support services in the job search and

employment phases and prevent the loss of jobs (Saudi Arabia);

145.251 Implement the Government’s national plan to improve access to

education, health care, employment and public infrastructure for persons with

disabilities (United States of America);

145.252 Ensure the effective implementation of the Convention on the Rights

of Persons with Disabilities by ensuring the full compliance of legal provisions,

and give priority to repealing article L5 of the Electoral Code permitting judges

to deprive persons under guardianship of their right to vote (Austria);

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145.253 Take further steps to extend welfare services and assistance to all

persons with disabilities (Bulgaria);

145.254 Continue efforts to protect the rights of persons with disabilities,

taking into consideration their specific needs and their capacities (Ecuador);

145.255 Implement a comprehensive national disability policy, together with

effective action plans and budgetary measures, through close cooperation with

representative organizations of persons with disabilities, in order to achieve

equality for persons with disabilities and inclusive education for all (Finland);

145.256 Strengthen statistical research and collection of data on the number

of persons with disabilities in the country, the total rates of schooling and the

quality and quantity of the services and educational support offered, and

disaggregate such data by different types of disability (Finland);

145.257 Continue to take actions to promote understanding, tolerance and

friendship among the different racial and ethnic groups, in particular the

minority groups, in France (Sri Lanka);

145.258 Strengthen social inclusion measures in all sectors, in particular for

minorities (Angola);

145.259 Take results-oriented measures to implement the recommendations

of the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, including those

related to the situation of the Roma and other minorities (Azerbaijan);

145.260 Promote the right of representatives of regional language groups and

minorities and of indigenous people in the overseas territories to use their

mother tongue (Russian Federation);

145.261 Continue its efforts to provide adequate health and education services

to migrants, refugees and minorities, including Roma (Peru);

145.262 Ensure equal access to basic rights, including water and sanitation,

health insurance and health care, and access to emergency housing for all

minorities, including Roma populations (Islamic Republic of Iran);

145.263 Address marginalization and discrimination against the Roma

population, including ensuring their rights to adequate housing and education

(South Africa);

145.264 End violent attacks, hate crimes and manifestations of racism against

Roma and punish those responsible; and allow them access to basic rights such

as water, sanitation, health care, education and housing (Bolivarian Republic of

Venezuela);

145.265 Enhance efforts for the integration of Roma (Bahrain);

145.266 Pursue actions and initiatives relating to the protection and

promotion of the rights of migrants (Benin);

145.267 Establish cohesive, long-term strategies to provide access to safe

drinking water and sanitation for migrants in Calais and in the north of France

(Sierra Leone);

145.268 Strengthen the protection of the rights of migrant workers and

combat discrimination against them, notably regarding rights related to

retirement (Algeria);

145.269 Make it easier for immigrant populations to enter the labour force,

especially those from poor neighbourhoods (Canada);

145.270 Continue efforts to combat terrorism (Lebanon);

145.171 Provide durable solutions for refugees in its territory by accelerating

asylum determination procedures and providing more assistance to approved

refugees (Philippines);

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145.272 Further increase efforts aimed at protecting asylum seekers and

migrants (Ukraine);

145.273 Take the necessary measures to ensure a proper reception for

refugees and asylum seekers, in accordance with its international commitments

(Algeria);

145.274 Implement the 2015 pledge to the Council of the European Union to

accept 24,000 refugees in France (Bangladesh);

145.275 Take additional measures to protect the rights of migrants, refugees

and asylum seekers (Brazil);

145.276 Effectively protect the rights of refugees and immigrants, and

promote social inclusion (China);

145.277 Streamline processes for processing asylum requests (Costa Rica);

145.278 Ensure the rights of all migrants and asylum seekers to legal

assistance and necessary services, and to protection from any threats to which

they may be subjected (Egypt);

145.279 Continue its efforts to protect rights in the context of migration and

asylum (Morocco);

145.280 Guarantee the right of suspensive appeal for all migrants and asylum

seekers held in waiting areas, and allow them legal assistance (Bolivarian

Republic of Venezuela);

145.281 Protect the rights of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers, including

access to judicial review and appeal procedures for foreign minors

(Afghanistan);

145.282 Step up measures to improve access to the right of asylum and

detection of vulnerabilities, particularly accompanied by psychological support

for trauma connected with persecution and exile (Côte d’Ivoire);

145.283 Ensure the protection of the rights of the child, including the

protection and integration of unaccompanied minors (South Africa);

145.284 Continue efforts to protect children, especially unaccompanied

migrant children, from sexual exploitation and trafficking (Tunisia);

145.285 Ensure that unaccompanied migrant children in French territory

have full access to asylum procedures and are not placed in transit zones

(Zambia);

145.286 Address the reported lack of access to basic services for asylum

seekers and migrants, especially unaccompanied children (Bangladesh);

145.287 Deploy the necessary measures to ensure that unaccompanied foreign

minors in France have access to housing, education, medical services and rapid

follow-up of their dossiers, making sure that minors are not denied assistance

until a thorough investigation has been made of their situation, in particular of

their age (Belgium);

145.288 Adopt the necessary measures to guarantee effective protection for

unaccompanied foreign minors and to find alternative solutions to deprivation

of freedom for their care (Canada);

145.289 Guarantee the effective promotion and protection of the rights of

asylum seekers and refugees, particularly separated and unaccompanied

children and adolescents (Ecuador);

145.290 Establish mechanisms to identify, protect and provide legal assistance

to unaccompanied asylum seekers and migrant children (Mexico);

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145.291 Ensure that the specific vulnerability of unaccompanied minors and

the compliance of their living conditions with the Act of 14 March 2016 on child

protection are taken into account (Germany);

145.292 Consider increasing resources to assist refugees, including

unaccompanied children (Republic of Korea);

145.293 Pay special attention to unaccompanied migrant minors (Russian

Federation);

145.294 Elaborate on specific measures aimed at taking care of

unaccompanied child migrants (Senegal);

145.295 Strengthen policies for access to basic services for peasants and other

people who work in rural areas (Plurinational State of Bolivia);

145.296 Redouble its efforts to prevent racially motivated acts of violence

against Muslims (Libya);

145.297 Fight all forms of discrimination against women belonging to ethnic

and religious minorities (Libya).

146. All conclusions and/or recommendations contained in the present report reflect

the position of the submitting State(s) and/or the State under review. They should not

be construed as endorsed by the Working Group as a whole.

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Annex

Composition of the delegation

The delegation of France was headed by François CROQUETTE, Ambassadeur

pour les droits de l’Homme, Ministère de l’Europe et des affaires étrangères, and composed

of the following members:

• S.E. Mme Elisabeth LAURIN, Ambassadeur, Représentant Permanent de la France

auprès de l’Office des Nations Unies à Genève et des autres organisations

internationales en Suisse;

• M. Jean-Christophe PEAUCELLE, Conseiller aux affaires religieuses, Ministère de

l’Europe et des affaires étrangères;

• M. François GAVE, Représentant Permanent Adjoint de la France auprès de l’Office

des Nations Unies à Genève et des autres organisations internationales en Suisse;

• Mme Florence CORMON-VEYSSIERE, Sous-directrice des droits de l’Homme et

des affaires humanitaires, Ministère de l’Europe et des affaires étrangères;

• Mme Clarisse GERARDIN, Conseillère, Mission Permanente de la France auprès de

l’Office des Nations Unies à Genève et des autres organisations internationales en

Suisse;

• Mme Hélène PETIT, Conseillère, Mission Permanente de la France auprès de

l’Office des Nations Unies à Genève et des autres organisations internationales en

Suisse;

• M. Pierre LE GOFF, Attaché, Mission Permanente de la France auprès de l’Office

des Nations Unies à Genève et des autres organisations internationales en Suisse;

• Mme Anna MAROS, Mission de coordination pour les droits de l’Homme,

Ministère de l’Europe et des affaires étrangères;

• M. Adelin ROYER, Direction des Nations unies et des organisations internationales,

sous-direction des droits de l’Homme, Ministère de l’Europe et des affaires

étrangères;

• M. Pierre VINCENT, Direction des affaires juridiques, sous-direction des droits de

l’Homme, Ministère de l’Europe et des affaires étrangères;

• M. Adrien BRIERE, Mission Permanente de la France auprès de l’Office des

Nations Unies à Genève et des autres organisations internationales en Suisse;

• M. Frédéric POTIER, Délégué interministériel à la lutte contre le racisme,

l’antisémitisme et la haine anti-LGBT;

• Mme Elisabeth MOIRON-BRAUD, Secrétaire générale de la Mission

interministérielle pour la protection des femmes contre les violences et la lutte

contre la traite des êtres humains;

• M. Manuel DEMOUGEOT, Directeur de cabinet, Délégation interministérielle à

l’hébergement et à l’accès au logement;

• Mme Pascale LEGLISE, Cheffe du Service du conseil juridique et du contentieux,

Direction des libertés publiques et des affaires juridiques, Ministère de l’Intérieur;

• M. Michel AMIEL, Adjoint au chef du service des affaires internationales et

européennes, Direction générale des étrangers en France, Ministère de l’intérieur;

• Mme Elisa SIDGWICK, Consultante juridique au Bureau du droit et du contentieux

européen, international et institutionnel, Ministère de l’Intérieur;

• Mme Béatrice BOSSARD, Sous-directrice de la justice pénale générale, Direction

des affaires criminelles et des grâces, Ministère de la Justice;

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• M. Romain PERAY, Sous-directeur des missions de la direction de l’administration

pénitentiaire, Ministère de la Justice;

• Mme Muriel EGLIN, Sous-directrice des missions de protection judiciaire et

d’éducation de la direction de la protection judiciaire de la jeunesse, Ministère de la

Justice;

• Mme Karine GILBERG, Cheffe du bureau de l’expertise et des questions

institutionnelles, Délégation des affaires européennes et internationales du Ministère

de la Justice;

• Mme Christine PILTANT, Adjointe à la sous-directrice du droit international et du

droit européen, Ministère des Armées;

• Mme Karen MARTINON, Conseillère parlementaire et diplomatique de la

Secrétaire d’Etat chargée des Personnes Handicapées, Ministère des Solidarités et de

la Santé;

• Mme Nathalie NIKITENKO, Déléguée aux affaires européennes et internationales,

Ministère des Solidarités et de la Santé;

• M. Pascal FROUDIERE, Adjoint du chef du bureau des affaires européennes et

internationales, direction générale de la cohésion sociale, Ministère des Solidarités et

de la Santé;

• Mme Isabelle HURDUBAE, Chargée de Mission pour les affaires multilatérales, les

Philippines et l’Océanie, Ministère de la Culture;

• Mme Françoise PETREAULT, Sous-Directrice de la vie scolaire, des établissements

et des actions socio-éducatives, Direction générale de l’enseignement scolaire,

Ministère de l’Éducation nationale;

• M. Jean-Pierre BALCOU, Sous-directeur des affaires juridiques et institutionnelles à

la Direction générale de l’Outre-mer, Ministère des Outre-Mer.