39/13 Report of the Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review - Russian Federation

GE.18-11554(E)

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Human Rights Council Thirty-ninth session

10–28 September 2018

Agenda item 6

Universal periodic review

Report of the Working Group on the universal periodic review*

Russian Federation

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

United Nations A/HRC/39/13

Introduction

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

with Human Rights Council resolution 5/1, held its thirtieth session from 7 to 18 May 2018.

The review of the Russian Federation was held at the 12th meeting, on 14 May 2018. The

delegation of the Russian Federation was headed by the Minister of Justice, Alexander

Konovalov. At its 17th meeting, held on 17th May 2018, the Working Group adopted the

report on the Russian Federation.

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

rapporteurs (troika) to facilitate the review of the Russian Federation: Cuba, Ethiopia and

Philippines.

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 the Russian Federation:

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

paragraph 15 (a) (A/HRC/WG.6/30/RUS/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.6/30/RUS/2);

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

(A/HRC/WG.6/30/RUS/3).

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

Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern

Ireland, the United States of America and Ukraine was transmitted to the Russian

Federation 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 Russian Federation stated that the main achievements and impediments to the

realization of human rights, since the second universal periodic review, were described in

detail in the national report, which had been prepared in cooperation with civil society.

6. The Russian Federation continued to make efforts to strengthen the international and

national institutional frameworks for the protection of human rights. The Constitution gave

precedence to universally recognized principles and norms of international law over the

provisions of national legislation. Among the international conventions ratified during the

period under review were the Council of Europe Convention on the Protection of Children

against Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse and the Council of Europe Convention on

Action against Trafficking in Human Beings. In addition, delegations of the Russian

Federation traditionally took an active part in the work of the Third Committee of the

General Assembly, the Human Rights Council, the Human Dimension Implementation

Meetings and other human rights forums, and interacted with treaty bodies and the special

procedures of the Council. The Russian Federation also participated in the activities of

regional human rights organizations.

7. At the national level, the Constitutional Court actively pursued its efforts to protect

the constitutional rights and freedoms of citizens. Based on its decisions, changes were

made in the legislation aimed at strengthening the normative framework for the protection

of human rights.

8. In order to improve the quality of national human rights mechanisms, regional

commissioners were appointed in various areas of protection of the rights of citizens. Thus,

the protection of human rights in the Russian Federation was carried out both at the federal

and the regional levels, which was undoubtedly the most important guarantee of

compliance for the realization of human rights.

9. Special units had been set up to combat corruption within governmental bodies. Law

enforcement agencies had been actively working to uncover corruption crimes. Citizens

could report on known facts involving corruption. During the reporting period, more than

40,000 criminal cases involving corruption had been brought before the courts.

Responsibility for indirect forms of bribery had been established as a criminal offence, in

compliance with international obligations.

10. Measures had been taken to protect against discrimination, promote tolerance and

counteract various forms of intolerance. The definition of discrimination was contained in

the Criminal Code. The national strategy on action for women had been approved to

prevent discrimination on the basis of sex, and the State nationalities policy strategy had

been adopted to prevent and eradicate all forms of discrimination, including on the basis of

ethnicity or nationality.

11. The strategy on countering extremism in the Russian Federation had been adopted in

2014. Extremist activities were defined by criminal law and were prosecuted. They

included incitement to social, racial, ethnic or religious hatred; promotion of superiority or

inferiority of a person on the basis of social, racial, national, religious or linguistic grounds;

propaganda and public demonstration of Nazi or similar symbols; public incitement to the

commission of those acts; mass production and distribution of materials of that content; and

organization and preparation of those acts, their financing and incitement to their

implementation. The Criminal Code contained over 10 crimes related to motivations

involving political, ideological, racial, national or religious hatred or enmity. Particular

attention had been paid to the prevention of racial intolerance and other extremist

manifestations during major international sports competitions in the country.

12. Policies and strategies had been adopted on the protection of socially vulnerable

groups, including the national strategy on action for children, the strategy for the

development of education, and the framework for the State family policy. A draft law was

being prepared on the prevention of and protection against domestic violence. For people

with disabilities, programmes had been developed to create comfortable living conditions,

to integrate them into society and to promote their employment. In 2017, a federal law had

been adopted that established a system of State control over the access of persons with

disabilities to facilities and services.

13. During the reporting period, the Russian Federation had taken further steps to

strengthen the independence of the judiciary. The digitalization of the judicial system was

gaining momentum and procedural and penitentiary reforms had been undertaken.

Alternative punishments to deprivation of liberty were being given preference, including

fines and community service, which had resulted in a drastic reduction in the number of

prisoners.

14. Currently, over 225,000 non-profit organizations were registered with the Ministry

of Justice. About half of them were socially oriented and focused their work on solving

social problems. Those non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and those working to

promote and protect human rights received additional support from the State authorities,

including through special Presidential grants.

15. A key governmental objective was providing social support to the population. That

included poverty reduction policies, such as the establishment of the minimum wage at the

equivalent to the minimum living standard as of 2019, child allowance, support for

medium-sized enterprises, including a simplified taxation system, strengthening the

responsibility of employers for late payment of wages, compulsory social insurance, and

the development of prenatal centres.

16. Developments in the education system were currently focused on rural areas, and

included human rights education and improving the public’s legal literacy.

17. The rights of numerically small indigenous peoples were enshrined in the

Constitution. Measures had been taken to develop education in national languages and

considerable funds had been invested in the preservation and restoration of the historical

and cultural heritage of the peoples of the Russian Federation.

18. In the process of implementing democratic reforms, the authorities had paid

significant attention to international regulatory experience in relevant areas, and to the case

law of the European Court of Human Rights. Over recent years, progress had been made in

implementing the legal positions of the European Court in the national legal system.

B. Interactive dialogue and responses by the State under review

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

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

report.

20. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela made recommendations.

21. Sri Lanka encouraged the Russian Federation to continue cooperation with the

Human Rights Council.

22. The State of Palestine welcomed the national plan for persons with disabilities and

the State’s commitment to implementing recommendations.

23. The Sudan commended the State’s engagement with the universal periodic review

and the institutional and legal developments it had implemented since the previous review.

24. Sweden made recommendations.

25. Switzerland made recommendations.

26. The Syrian Arab Republic made recommendations.

27. Thailand commended the establishment of the Commissioner for Human Rights and

the Presidential Commissioner for Children’s Rights.

28. Togo welcomed the establishment of the Office for Migration.

29. Tunisia praised the Russian Federation for strengthening human rights mechanisms.

30. Turkey stated that it followed the situation in Crimea closely, particularly with

regard to the safety and well-being of the Crimean Tatars, and hoped that the authorities of

the Russian Federation would take the necessary steps to improve their situation.

31. Turkmenistan noted the strengthened dialogue on combating racism, xenophobia

and ethnic and religious intolerance.

32. Ukraine made recommendations.

33. The United Arab Emirates welcomed efforts to train law enforcement agents to

combat discrimination.

34. The United Kingdom remained concerned about the deteriorating human rights

situation in the Russian Federation, its disregard for international commitments, and its

action in the region, including in the illegally annexed Crimea.

35. The United States was concerned by restrictions on the rights of members of the

political opposition.

36. Peru made recommendations.

37. Uzbekistan welcomed the cooperation of the Russian Federation with human rights

mechanisms.

38. Spain made recommendations.

39. Viet Nam welcomed the amendment of the law to reduce cases of deportation of

foreign nationals with well-established social ties in the Russian Federation.

40. Yemen welcomed the ratification of the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the

Rights of the Child on the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography.

41. Zambia encouraged the State to ratify all the international human rights instruments

to which it was not yet a party.

42. Zimbabwe welcomed efforts to provide medical care to orphans and children

without parental care.

43. Afghanistan commended the ratification of the Optional Protocol to the Convention

on the Rights of the Child on the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography.

44. Algeria welcomed social assistance measures for vulnerable groups.

45. Angola made recommendations.

46. Argentina congratulated the State on its participation in the second international

conference on Safe Schools.

47. Armenia welcomed the State’s ratification of treaties, its cooperation with human

rights mechanisms and its steps to protect women, children and vulnerable groups.

48. Australia made recommendations.

49. Austria was concerned about restrictions on freedom of association and assembly.

50. Azerbaijan commended the State’s ratification of treaties and its judiciary reforms.

51. Bahrain commended the State’s efforts to uphold human rights.

52. Bangladesh noted the State family policy and encouraged the Russian Federation to

further protect human rights.

53. Belarus commended work towards a constructive and depoliticized international

human rights agenda.

54. Belgium was concerned about the situation of human rights defenders.

55. Benin applauded the State’s ratification of treaties on children rights and on

trafficking in human organs.

56. The Plurinational State of Bolivia welcomed measures on health, education, housing

and sustainable rural development.

57. Bosnia and Herzegovina welcomed measures to combat human trafficking and the

sexual exploitation of children.

58. Botswana welcomed the State’s ratification of treaties and its efforts to strengthen

the independence of the judiciary.

59. Brazil encouraged the State to combat discrimination, hate speech and violence

against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex individuals.

60. Bulgaria recognized the adoption of the national strategy on action for women and

the activities of the Commissioner for Human Rights. Bulgaria noted restrictions on

freedom of assembly, expression and association, and violations of vulnerable groups’

rights.

61. Burkina Faso made recommendations.

62. Burundi welcomed the introduction of Human Rights Commissioners, policies to

fight corruption and institutions to protect children’s rights.

63. Canada urged the Russian Federation to cease violations of the rights of minorities

and of human rights defenders in Crimea.

64. Chile was concerned about the law decriminalizing domestic violence committed by

a relative.

65. China congratulated the State on its achievements on judicial guarantees, living

standards and protection of vulnerable groups.

66. The Congo welcomed the establishment of the Human Rights Commissioners and

socioeconomic measures for vulnerable groups.

67. Costa Rica welcomed the national strategy on action for women 2017–2022.

68. Côte d’Ivoire acknowledged the strengthened legal and institutional framework and

encouraged the State to pursue human rights reforms.

69. Cuba made recommendations.

70. Cyprus encouraged the Government’s efforts to provide social support and combat

corruption.

71. Czechia made recommendations.

72. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea noted the Government’s efforts to

combat racism and neo-Nazism.

73. Denmark was concerned about restrictions on freedom of expression and

discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons.

74. Ecuador noted the Government’s efforts to ensure equal treatment of its citizens and

protect the rights of children.

75. Egypt noted the ratification of international human rights treaties.

76. Estonia made a statement and recommendations.

77. Ethiopia noted the ratification of many international human rights treaties.

78. Finland noted with concern the overall deterioration of the human rights situation in

the Russian Federation and urged the Government to comply with its international

obligations and cooperate with international human rights mechanisms.

79. France made recommendations.

80. Gabon noted the creation of the Presidential Commissioner for Children’s Rights.

81. Georgia was concerned at human rights violations in the Russian Federation and in

territories under its effective control.

82. Germany made recommendations.

83. Honduras made recommendations.

84. Hungary encouraged the Government to strengthen its cooperation with regional

human rights mechanisms.

85. Iceland was concerned about interference in people’s freedom of religion and about

the crackdown on human rights defenders and journalists.

86. India noted measures taken to protect vulnerable groups and combat discrimination.

87. Indonesia noted the Government’s efforts to improve the standard of living of

persons with disabilities.

88. The Islamic Republic of Iran noted efforts to improve citizens’ quality of life.

89. Iraq noted the national strategies on women and children.

90. Ireland noted efforts to combat discrimination against women.

91. Italy commended the Russian Federation for its ratification of several international

human rights instruments.

92. Japan welcomed measures to protect children and persons with disabilities.

93. Kazakhstan encouraged the Russian Federation to extend its migration legislation.

94. Kyrgyzstan welcomed measures to promote and protect human rights.

95. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic commended the Russian Federation for

adopting its child protection policy.

96. Latvia was concerned about violations of fundamental freedoms in the Russian

Federation.

97. Lebanon noted the commitment of the Russian Federation to pluralism and

coexistence in its human rights policy.

98. Libya highlighted progress in children’s rights.

99. Liechtenstein welcomed the moratorium on the death penalty.

100. Lithuania regretted the failure of the Russian Federation to implement some of the

recommendations it had accepted at the previous review.

101. Luxembourg made recommendations.

102. Madagascar commended the Russian Federation for ratifying international

instruments and establishing a migration administration.

103. Malaysia recognized the improvements the Russian Federation had made in its

human rights legal framework.

104. Maldives commended the Russian Federation for its law prohibiting child trafficking

and exploitation.

105. Mali welcomed the strategies on women’s rights and poverty reduction.

106. Mauritania welcomed the Government’s continuous efforts to combat corruption,

inter alia, through legislative and administrative measures to guarantee transparency in

public administration. It called for further efforts to combat racial discrimination and

xenophobia and to narrow the gender wage gap.

107. Mexico acknowledged progress regarding the rights of indigenous peoples and

persons with disabilities.

108. Montenegro was concerned about discrimination based on sexual orientation and

gender identity, and hate speech.

109. Mozambique acknowledged progress regarding previous recommendations and the

ratification of human rights instruments.

110. Myanmar acknowledged the strengthening of fundamental rights and freedoms,

especially efforts to combat gender-based violence.

111. Namibia welcomed recent legal and institutional measures affecting human rights.

112. Nepal welcomed the new commissioners for human rights and children’s rights.

113. The Netherlands called for greater tolerance towards lesbian, gay, bisexual,

transgender and intersex persons and for prevention of discrimination.

114. New Zealand made recommendations.

115. Nicaragua made recommendations.

116. Nigeria welcomed anti-corruption measures and legislation on strengthening the

family and non-discrimination.

117. Norway made recommendations.

118. Pakistan made recommendations.

119. Paraguay noted the creation of the posts of Commissioner for Human Rights in the

Russian Federation, Presidential Commissioner for Children’s Rights and the regional

commissioners for the rights of indigenous peoples.

120. Uruguay applauded the fact that the Russian Federation had respected the

moratorium on the death penalty.

121. The Philippines welcomed numerous positive developments on human rights in the

Russian Federation.

122. Poland was concerned that discrimination against residents of Crimea was on the

increase.

123. Portugal welcomed the measures taken to prevent manifestations of racial

discrimination in sport.

124. Qatar underscored the importance of promoting children’s rights and combating

discrimination and violence against women.

125. Romania noted the importance of promoting human rights issues.

126. Rwanda encouraged the Russian Federation to adopt more proactive measures

through the implementation of relevant anti-discrimination legislation.

127. Saudi Arabia congratulated the Russian Federation on the adoption of a national

strategy for the development of education, prioritizing children’s upbringing.

128. Senegal welcomed the strengthening of the legal and institutional framework.

129. Serbia commended the Government’s measures to build a society based on

tolerance.

130. Singapore welcomed the steps taken to promote the equal participation of women in

all spheres.

131. Slovakia was concerned at reports of harassment and intimidation of lawyers,

journalists and human rights defenders.

132. Slovenia encouraged the Government to take measures to foster a safe and enabling

environment for civil society.

133. South Africa made recommendations.

134. The Republic of Korea welcomed the efforts of the Russian Federation to tackle

crimes motivated by racism.

135. The delegation of the Russian Federation noted that the questions and

recommendations from several delegations regarding human rights in territories that were

not part of the Russian Federation, specifically Donbass, Abkhazia and South Ossetia, were

unacceptable as they did not comply with the principles of the universal periodic review, as

set out in resolutions 5/1 and 16/21 of the Human Rights Council. The remark that those

territories were under the “effective control” of the Russian Federation was without basis.

Moreover, the reference to the “illegally annexed” Crimea at the hands of the Russian

Federation was also unacceptable. The populations of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol

had chosen to be part of the Russian Federation through a free and democratic referendum,

therefore exercising their right to self-determination, which was enshrined in the Charter of

the United Nations and fundamental international instruments.

136. Accordingly, in the territory of Crimea and Sevastopol, all the laws of the Russian

Federation were in force, without exception. Citizens were under the protection of the

jurisdiction of the Russian Federation and all cases of violations of the rights of those living

in Crimea and Sevastopol were handled by the relevant authorities. The Russian Federation

was ready to welcome representatives of international organizations to Crimea, provided

visits were conducted impartially, in accordance with the mandates of the relevant

organizations and the rules and procedures applicable to visits to the territory of the Russian

Federation.

137. Several delegations had referred to alleged discrimination on various grounds in the

Russian Federation without providing the Working Group with factual accounts. Those

references were based merely on a general presumption of discrimination, reportedly on the

grounds of sexual orientation, gender identity, or religious or political beliefs, or against

human rights defenders and journalists. However, there was no evidence of such

discrimination or the related violations. Individuals could be prosecuted only for criminal

violations or administrative offences, such as violations of the laws regulating rallies,

demonstrations and marches, statements made in the media, viewpoints published online or

activities of a religious organization. No one could be prosecuted on the grounds of their

political views. The decision to prohibit activities such as rallies, media publications and

religious activities lay with the judiciary, which was independent of the executive. Those

decisions were taken in strict compliance with the laws of the Russian Federation, including

those relating to combating extremism.

138. Similarly, a number of statements had made reference to hate speech, without

mentioning any specific cases. The Russian Federation could not bear full responsibility for

every individuals’ views. Nonetheless, individuals who violated the rights of others or acted

against the political or religious beliefs of others would be held accountable.

139. As for the recommendations that had been made on protecting the rights of lesbian,

gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex persons, especially in the Chechen Republic,

investigations had revealed that there had been no incidents of discrimination against those

persons.

140. The civil rights of non-profit organizations that were considered foreign agents were

not affected, provided they observed the relevant administrative and legal requirements.

Some 76 such organizations had recently adjusted their foreign financing arrangements and

were now pursuing the activities declared in their charters.

141. The delegation confirmed that the judiciary was independent and impartial. The

allegations that had been made about the politically motivated nature of courts decisions

were groundless.

142. The Russian Federation acknowledged the recommendations concerning the need to

provide social assistance to victims of domestic violence; centres providing such assistance

did exist, but more were needed. Legislation was in place concerning the enjoyment of the

rights of women, and individuals could be held criminally responsible for discriminating

against them.

143. The Russian Federation was actively implementing the resolutions adopted by the

Human Rights Council. However, a number of decisions of the European Court of Human

Rights remained unclear and could not be implemented. Nonetheless, cooperation with the

European Court on those issues would continue. While the Russian Federation had always

supported the ratification of international conventions, their implementation took time.

144. Between 2012 and 2017, the Government had implemented a national strategy on

action for children, including amendments to the Family, Civil and Criminal Codes, the

Code of Administrative Offences, the Law on Guardianship and the Law on Guarantees of

the Main Rights of Children. The Presidential Commissioner for Children’s Rights played

an important role in terms of child protection. The Commissioner paid particular attention

to the protection of children in vulnerable situations, such as orphans and children with

disabilities. Additional efforts were being made to protect children’s rights in court.

145. Concerning labour and social protection, the minimum wage had for the first time

been increased nationwide to represent 100 per cent of the minimum living standard, and

would be indexed in the future. That measure and similar steps, taken together, had

benefited over 3 million poor workers. Moreover, efforts were ongoing to develop a system

of allowances and other forms of support for families with children. As for people with

disabilities, a major push was under way to create the necessary conditions for employing

such persons. Over the previous five years, there had been a 150 per cent increase in

subsidies paid to organizations of persons with disabilities. Support had also been provided

to companies that helped employ persons with disabilities. A plan had been approved for

2017–2022, with the overall goal of increasing the number of persons with disabilities in

the labour market. In addition, a quota mechanism for the employment of persons with

disabilities was being finalized.

146. Special attention was paid to pension support for retirees. All pensions were now

indexed annually, with pensions currently exceeding the inflation rate. In the future,

measures to combat poverty would be continued. A systematic programme was being

developed to improve the quality of life of elderly persons and to increase life expectancy.

II. Conclusions and/or recommendations

147. The following recommendations will be examined by the Russian Federation,

which will provide responses in due time, but no later than the thirty-ninth session of

the Human Rights Council:

147.1 Promptly ratify the International Convention for the Protection of

All Persons from Enforced Disappearance (Japan) (Togo);

147.2 Continue considering accession to the International Convention for

the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance (Mozambique)

(Yemen);

147.3 Ratify the International Convention on the Rights of All Migrant

Workers and Members of Their Families (Kyrgyzstan) (Philippines);

147.4 Consider ratification of the International Convention on the Rights of

All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (Senegal) (Sri Lanka);

147.5 Ratify the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court and

fully align national legislation with all obligations under the Rome Statute

(Latvia);

147.6 Ratify the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court in its

2020 version, including the Kampala amendments on the crime of aggression,

and review its national legislation in order to ensure full alignment with the

Statute (Liechtenstein);

147.7 Accede to the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture

and establish a national preventive mechanism, as required under that Protocol

(Liechtenstein);

147.8 Ratify the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture

(Denmark) (Poland) (Hungary);

147.9 Consider ratification of the Optional Protocol to the Convention

against Torture (Senegal) (Chile);

147.10 Ratify the Optional Protocols to the Convention against Torture and

to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

(Portugal);

147.11 Ratify the Second Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on

Civil and Political Rights, aiming at the abolition of the death penalty

(Liechtenstein) (Portugal) (Togo);

147.12 Consider ratifying the Second Optional Protocol to the International

Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and take steps towards a de jure

abolition of the death penalty (Italy);

147.13 Accede to the Second Optional Protocol of the International

Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, taking into account that the Russian

Federation considers itself to be in full compliance with the fundamental

obligation under the same (Namibia);

147.14 Ratify the Second Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on

Civil and Political Rights, aiming at the abolition of the death penalty, while

welcoming the Russian Federation’s continued observation of a moratorium on

the use of the death penalty and the adoption of relevant legislation (Rwanda);

147.15 Consider ratifying the Second Optional Protocol to the International

Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, aiming at the abolition of the death

penalty (Uruguay) (Romania);

147.16 Continue actions and initiatives aimed at ratifying the Second

Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights,

aiming at the abolition of the death penalty (Benin);

147.17 Accede to the Second Optional Protocol to the International

Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, aiming at the abolition of the death

penalty, and to the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture (Costa

Rica);

147.18 Ratify the International Labour Organization (ILO) Indigenous and

Tribal Peoples Convention, 1989 (No. 169) and Domestic Workers Convention,

2011 (No. 189) (Madagascar) (Paraguay);

147.19 Sign and ratify the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights

of the Child on a communications procedure (Spain);

147.20 Ratify the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the

Child on a communications procedure (Montenegro) (Slovakia);

147.21 Formally endorse the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of

Indigenous Peoples and implement its principles in national legislation

(Norway);

147.22 Consider acceding to the core international human rights treaties to

which it is not yet a party (Zimbabwe);

147.23 Accede to international human rights instruments to which the

country is not yet a party, particularly the International Convention on the

Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, the ILO

Indigenous and Tribal Peoples Convention, 1989 (No. 169) and the 1954

Convention relating to the Status of Stateless Persons (Honduras);

147.24 Consider ratifying the 1954 Convention relating to the Status of

Stateless Persons as well as the 1961 Convention on the Reduction of

Statelessness (Burkina Faso);

147.25 Sign and ratify the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety to the

Convention on Biological Diversity in order to guarantee the right to health and

to a healthy environment (Ecuador);

147.26 Ensure that the Russian Federation’s international human rights

obligations are fully implemented, as foreseen in the Russian Constitution

(Estonia);

147.27 Repeal laws that allow the decisions of international human rights

bodies, notably the European Court of Human Rights, to be disregarded

(Lithuania);

147.28 Fully comply with the provisional measures order of 19 April 2017 of

the International Court of Justice (Ukraine);

147.29 Grant approval for all pending visit requests by special procedure

mandate holders of the Human Rights Council and consider extending a

standing invitation to all mandate holders (Latvia);

147.30 Extend a standing invitation to the special procedures of the Human

Rights Council (Paraguay);

147.31 Issue a standing invitation to all international human rights

mechanisms (Czechia);

147.32 Cooperate fully with international human rights monitoring

mechanisms, including United Nations Special Rapporteurs, and ensure their

unrestricted access throughout the Russian Federation and to the illegally

annexed Crimea in order to fulfil its obligation as an occupying force to

guarantee the protection of human rights (Estonia);

147.33 Continue to cooperate constructively with all treaty bodies and

United Nations mechanisms by participating actively in the work of the Human

Rights Council at the United Nations (Nicaragua);

147.34 Actively participate in the international exchange of best practices in

the promotion and protection of human rights (Pakistan);

147.35 Continue the policy of negotiations and non-politicized constructive

dialogue in dealing with the global agenda of human rights and continue

presenting and organizing initiatives in the Human Rights Council for this

purpose (Syrian Arab Republic);

147.36 Take vigorous efforts to strengthen equal and respectful cooperation

in the promotion and protection of human rights, in line with the

internationally recognized principles and norms of international law

(Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela);

147.37 Continue working to minimize the negative impact of the unilateral

coercive measures applied by some countries against the Russian Federation,

which affect the enjoyment of human rights (Bolivarian Republic of

Venezuela);

147.38 Oppose the politicization of human rights and their use to interfere in

the internal affairs of sovereign States (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela);

147.39 Ensure access to the occupied Crimea by international human rights

mechanisms (Ukraine);

147.40 Uphold obligations under international law to allow access to Crimea

for international human rights monitors (United Kingdom of Great Britain and

Northern Ireland);

147.41 Continue efforts to strengthen the legislative and institutional

framework of the national system for the promotion and protection of human

rights (Cuba);

147.42 Establish an independent national authority on the promotion of

women (Honduras);

147.43 Continue further strengthening the posts of the Commissioners,

particularly that for human rights (India);

147.44 Develop a national programme for system-wide support and

improvement of the quality of life of older persons (Cuba);

147.45 Continue the concerted efforts to improve and strengthen human

rights protection arrangements (Ethiopia);

147.46 Redouble its efforts aimed at raising the awareness of the population

about the promotion and protection of human rights (Indonesia);

147.47 Establish a permanent national mechanism for follow-up and

implementation of the recommendations received from the different human

rights mechanisms (Paraguay);

147.48 Consider the establishment of a national mechanism for coordination,

implementation, reporting and follow-up on human rights issues (Portugal);

147.49 Establish follow-up mechanisms and present reports to implement

the national tolerance programme established in 2016 (United Arab Emirates);

147.50 Ensure the compliance of domestic legislation with the obligations of

the Russian Federation under international law in the field of human rights and

fundamental freedoms (Poland);

147.51 Accelerate the process of amending its domestic legislation and

practices in line with the provisions of international human rights instruments

(Zimbabwe);

147.52 Restore full respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms at

home (Ukraine);

147.53 Take measures to review existing legislation to be in line with

international human rights obligations and foster an enabling environment for

civil society (Austria);

147.54 Review national legislation and take administrative measures to

address the concerns expressed by the Human Rights Committee regarding the

free exercise of freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and association

(Costa Rica);

147.55 Repeal or revise legislation in order to bring it into conformity with

the obligations under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

and to ensure protection of the rights to freedom of opinion, expression,

association and assembly (Latvia);

147.56 Adopt a comprehensive law against gender violence and ratify the

Council of Europe Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence against

Women and Domestic Violence (the Istanbul Convention), and advance in the

recognition and implementation of the women and peace and security agenda

(Spain);

147.57 Conclude its work on drafting a federal law on preventing domestic

violence (Congo) (Gabon);

147.58 Draft and enact legislation that would clearly prohibit all corporal

punishment of children in all settings (Zambia);

147.59 Amend the Criminal Code in order to add provisions that explicitly

criminalize the recruitment of all children under 18 years of age by the armed

forces and by non-State armed groups (Zambia);

147.60 Take the necessary measures to amend national legislation and

include provisions that explicitly criminalize the recruitment of children under

18 years of age by the armed forces and by non-State armed groups

(Argentina);

147.61 Repeal the law on foreign agents and ensure that the freedoms of

assembly, association, expression, demonstration and the press are not limited

(Spain);

147.62 Repeal the legislation on “undesirable organizations” and “foreign

agents” (Sweden);

147.63 Repeal laws on “foreign agents” and “undesirable” organizations,

and amend vague and overly broad “extremism” legislation to prevent this

from being used to target those exercising their rights to freedom of expression

and association (Australia);

147.64 Revise or repeal legislation that unduly limits the freedoms of

association, assembly, expression, religion or belief, including the “foreign

agents” law and the law on “undesirable organizations” (Canada);

147.65 Repeal laws that limit freedom of expression online and offline,

including the so-called Yarovaya package of counter-terrorism legislation

(Sweden);

147.66 End the practice of using the broad and vague anti-extremism and

counter-terrorism legislation to pursue politically motivated charges (Sweden);

147.67 Relinquish de facto executive control over the media, the parliament

and the courts, and repeal or amend legislation used to criminalize normal

societal discourse, such as that on “extremism”, foreign agents, undesirable

foreign organizations, anonymizer bans, and Internet blacklisting, as well as

the “Yarovaya amendments”, which are used to criminalize normal societal

discourse, so that all its laws are consistent with the Russian Federation’s

human rights obligations and commitments (United States of America);

147.68 Adopt comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation on the grounds

of sexual orientation, including measures to allow lesbian, gay, bisexual and

transgender persons to exercise their rights to freedom of expression and

peaceful assembly without fear of harassment (Ireland);

147.69 Amend legislation to include an explicit provision on prohibition of

discrimination based on gender (Iceland);

147.70 Repeal Federal Law No. 135-FZ by means of which “propaganda of

non-traditional sexual relationships” is a criminal offence (Denmark);

147.71 Pursue the practice of State assistance to NGOs working in the area

of promotion and protection of human rights (Kazakhstan);

147.72 Adopt measures to implement its national policy in order to ensure

equality of human rights and freedoms regardless of race, nationality,

language, religion or belief, and provide appropriate government funding for

related activities (Pakistan);

147.73 Strengthen activities at all levels to combat discrimination on the

grounds of ethnicity and hate speech in the media and by politicians

(Kyrgyzstan);

147.74 Focus efforts on combating racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia

and related intolerance, step up these efforts and efforts in the protection of

minorities and vulnerable groups (Mali);

147.75 Take further measures to effectively curb racial profiling by law

enforcement officers, the use of racist and hate speech by officials and

politicians, and the dissemination of negative stereotypes and prejudices by

some media outlets (Namibia);

147.76 Introduce a definition of discrimination into the Criminal Code in

line with the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of

Racial Discrimination (Montenegro);

147.77 Continue with its efforts in countering racism, racial discrimination,

xenophobia and related intolerance (Nigeria);

147.78 Amend anti-extremist legislation to effectively fight racism and

xenophobia while avoiding unjustified human rights restrictions (Germany);

147.79 Continue actions and initiatives aimed at fighting racism,

xenophobia, aggressive nationalism, ethnic intolerance and neo-Nazism

(Benin);

147.80 Continue its policy to fight racism by ensuring that all allegations of

racist and xenophobic crimes are thoroughly investigated and, where

appropriate, prosecuted and exemplarily punished (Côte d’Ivoire);

147.81 Adopt a national strategy to prevent and combat hate speech

(Honduras);

147.82 Adopt stringent measures to counter racist hate speech (South

Africa);

147.83 Take additional steps to combat and prevent dissemination and

propaganda of ideologies, supremacy ideas or theories based on race, ethnic,

religious or social origin that justify or encourage any form of racial hatred and

discrimination (Pakistan);

147.84 Continue to prevent acts of racial discrimination in sport and those

acts targeting foreigners (Senegal);

147.85 Step up measures to combat racial discrimination, including by

continuing efforts to prevent manifestations of racial discrimination in sport

(Brazil);

147.86 Adopt comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation, with the

definition of all forms of discrimination in accordance with international

standards (Slovenia);

147.87 Enhance the training of law enforcement agencies in countering

racial discrimination and racial profiling (South Africa);

147.88 Adopt a comprehensive anti-discrimination law prohibiting

discrimination on any grounds, including sexual orientation and gender

identity (Honduras);

147.89 Adopt anti-discrimination legislation encompassing all forms of

discrimination and take measures to significantly reduce domestic violence

(Germany);

147.90 Take concrete measures to combat all forms of discrimination,

including when based on religion or belief and on sexual orientation, in

compliance with international obligations (Italy);

147.91 Cease discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation

and gender identity (Georgia);

147.92 Look into measures to increase protection and support systems for

victims of gender-based discrimination and domestic violence (Malaysia);

147.93 Continue efforts to harmonize gender equality for guaranteeing equal

rights (Turkmenistan);

147.94 Take measures aimed at combating stereotypes that may promote

discrimination against persons based on their sexual orientation (Argentina);

147.95 Continue implementation of the national strategy on action for

women with a view to promoting gender equality (India);

147.96 Take steps to effectively promote tolerance and prevent violence and

discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation and gender identity, ensure

effective investigation of acts of violence against lesbian, gay, bisexual,

transgender and intersex persons, and hold those responsible to account

(Netherlands);

147.97 Ensure that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex people

are able to exercise their rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and expression

without discrimination or fear of reprisals, and investigate promptly, effectively

and impartially all allegations of abductions, secret imprisonment, torture and

other ill-treatment, and killings of gay men in Chechnya (New Zealand);

147.98 Ensure that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex persons

can freely exercise their rights, and thoroughly investigate the anti-gay

persecution in Chechnya while protecting the witnesses (Germany);

147.99 End the persecution of people perceived to be gay or bisexual

(Iceland);

147.100 Take concrete action to prevent discrimination on the grounds of

sexual orientation, including by repealing the law against “propaganda of non-

traditional sexual relations” (Norway);

147.101 Continue providing international assistance for development (Syrian

Arab Republic);

147.102 Share its experiences in implementing the strategy for the sustainable

development of rural areas for the period up to 2030 and in human rights

education and training for law enforcement officials (Democratic People’s

Republic of Korea);

147.103 Step up its efforts to develop social and environmental impact

assessments on the enjoyment of human rights prior to issuing licences for

mining and exploitation of natural resources (Indonesia);

147.104 Make efforts to review the definition of extremist activity for the

proper application of the federal law combating extremist activity (Republic of

Korea);

147.105 Strengthen the human rights perspective in the fight against

terrorism (Peru);

147.106 Abolish the death penalty (Honduras);

147.107 Give due consideration to the legal abolition of the death penalty

(Liechtenstein);

147.108 Take all the necessary steps to fully abolish the death penalty

(Portugal);

147.109 Investigate cases of enforced disappearance, particularly in the North

Caucasus, and ratify the International Convention for the Protection of All

Persons from Enforced Disappearance (France);

147.110 Ensure that all investigations into cases of abductions, unlawful

detentions, torture and other ill-treatment, as well as killings, are conducted

thoroughly and effectively (Austria);

147.111 Ensure independent and credible investigations of alleged human

rights violations in the North Caucasus and hold accountable anyone found

responsible (Australia);

147.112 Strengthen measures aimed at investigating allegations of enforced

disappearances in the North Caucasus and ratify the International Convention

for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance (Argentina);

147.113 Investigate allegations of torture and inhuman treatment in custody

in a transparent manner and bring those responsible to justice (Germany);

147.114 Intensify efforts to fight domestic violence (Italy);

147.115 Ratify the Istanbul Convention and repeal legislation that

decriminalizes domestic violence (Estonia);

147.116 Continue efforts towards the adoption of a law against domestic

violence (Saudi Arabia);

147.117 Enhance work to prevent and combat domestic violence

(Kyrgyzstan);

147.118 Improve support services for victims of domestic violence, including

access to psychosocial support, educational centres and shelters for victims

(Maldives);

147.119 Adopt national legislation prohibiting all forms of gender-based

violence, including domestic violence, and ensuring adequate care for victims

(Mexico);

147.120 Enhance its efforts towards combating domestic violence and

advancing women’s empowerment (Myanmar);

147.121 Criminalize domestic violence and abolish the list of “prohibited

professions”, in order not to restrict the employment rights of women

(Paraguay);

147.122 Strengthen measures to combat domestic violence, in particular

gender-based violence, including through the adoption and implementation of

specific legislation to ensure that cases of domestic violence are investigated and

prosecuted (Rwanda);

147.123 Effectively investigate all cases of violence against lesbian, gay,

bisexual, transgender and intersex persons and activists, including the violation

of their rights to freedom of expression and assembly, and bring perpetrators

to justice (Montenegro);

147.124 Ensure the protection of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights

across the Russian Federation, including by investigating ongoing persecution

of human rights activists and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals

in Chechnya (United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland);

147.125 Investigate complaints of detention, torture and other ill-treatment

committed against homosexuals in Chechnya, as well as taking the necessary

measures to eliminate discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender

identity (Chile);

147.126 Investigate promptly, thoroughly and impartially instances of hate-

based violence, including reports of mass detentions, torture and killings of

lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex individuals in Chechnya in

2017 (Canada);

147.127 Investigate all reports of attacks on, or threats against, human rights

defenders, lawyers, journalists, civil society activists and lesbian, gay, bisexual,

transgender and intersex persons, and bring those responsible to justice

(Norway);

147.128 Investigate attacks on members of civil society, including lesbian, gay,

bisexual, transgender and intersex persons in Chechnya, and bring

perpetrators to justice while providing legal redress for victims (Lithuania);

147.129 Investigate repression against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and

intersex persons, including in Chechnya (Luxembourg);

147.130 Step up efforts to combat human trafficking and consider the

possibility of developing a relevant national action plan (Qatar);

147.131 Immediately release Ukrainian citizens who have been unlawfully

detained or sentenced (Ukraine);

147.132 Release all political prisoners held in the Russian Federation and

occupied Crimea (United States of America);

147.133 Ensure that public detention monitoring committees are independent,

adequately resourced and that their members are selected in a transparent

manner (Switzerland);

147.134 Take measures to improve conditions of pretrial detention for

suspected and accused women with children in the penitentiary system (Egypt);

147.135 Use the potential of non-governmental and religious organizations in

solving the problems of persons released from places in which they have been

deprived of liberty, and their effective integration into society (Islamic Republic

of Iran);

147.136 Regarding illegally annexed Crimea, remove the Mejlis from the list

of “extremist organizations”, lift all restrictions imposed on its activities and

immediately end the practice of sending Crimean prisoners to serve their

sentences in the Russian Federation (Czechia);

147.137 Continue its efforts to upgrade its judicial system (Sudan);

147.138 Continue implementing reforms of the judicial system and of the

administration of justice (Angola);

147.139 Continue improving the judicial system with the aim of ensuring the

transparency of the courts and the access of all citizens to justice (Armenia);

147.140 Continue efforts to strengthen the proper functioning of the judicial

system and ensure the right to a fair trial (Austria);

147.141 Respect the right to a fair trial and ensure effective remedies for

alleged violations of due process (France);

147.142 Continue the ongoing judicial system reform and strengthening of

measures for the promotion of public confidence in the judicial system and

openness to justice (Syrian Arab Republic);

147.143 Continue efforts to further liberalize and humanize criminal

legislation (Kazakhstan);

147.144 Redouble efforts to liberalize and humanize criminal legislation

(Nicaragua);

147.145 Pursue efforts to enforce equally and without discrimination the legal

provisions relevant to the protection of individuals and their public freedoms

(Lebanon);

147.146 Continue to take further measures to tackle corruption (Japan);

147.147 Sustain its efforts and commitment to combat corruption (Nigeria);

147.148 Continue the efforts aimed at combating all forms of corruption and

step up education programmes that raise awareness about this phenomenon

(Qatar);

147.149 Demonstrate that the laws of the Russian Federation apply in

Chechnya by investigating reports of torture and other human rights violations

and abuses, and holding those responsible to account (United States of

America);

147.150 End impunity for attacks on journalists and human rights activists,

and ensure space for civil society and opposition politicians to operate without

fear of reprisals (United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland);

147.151 Uphold the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex

people by amending article 282 of the Criminal Code, article 5.62 of the Code of

Administrative Offences and article 3 of the Labour Code (New Zealand);

147.152 Ensure the exercise of political competition through free and fair

elections, including equitable access to the political process (Canada);

147.153 Continue easing regulations on media coverage and Internet

censorship in order to secure and facilitate the exercise of freedom of

expression (Japan);

147.154 Ensure fully everyone’s right to exercise freedom of expression

(Estonia);

147.155 Strengthen human rights guarantees for freedom of expression and

peaceful assembly (Peru);

147.156 Repeal legislation and regulations that limit the legitimate exercise of

the rights to freedom of expression, association and belief (Norway);

147.157 Refrain from detaining participants of peaceful demonstrations and

ensure that police officers who use excessive force against protesters are held

accountable (Sweden);

147.158 End the practice of obstructing peaceful demonstrations by, under

politically motivated pretexts, not granting them authorization (Sweden);

147.159 Ensure that anyone, including human rights defenders and

journalists, can exercise their right to freedom of expression, including online,

without fear of reprisal (Switzerland);

147.160 End its routine excessive banning of public assemblies and imposing

excessive conditions regarding the place, time and manner of their conduct

(Denmark);

147.161 Take the measures necessary to guarantee the full enjoyment of

freedom of expression, in particular freedom of the press, and put an end to

restrictions on access to some resources online (Luxembourg);

147.162 Uphold the rights to freedom of assembly and expression, as

enshrined in the Constitution (New Zealand);

147.163 Safeguard the freedom of association of all its people, as prescribed in

the Constitution, including of journalists, lawyers and human rights defenders

(Botswana);

147.164 Bring legislation governing public assemblies and its enforcement

into conformity with international human rights standards (New Zealand);

147.165 Take all the necessary measures in order to respect the right to

freedom of assembly, in line with its international obligations, including by

repealing article 212.1 of the Criminal Code or by aligning it with international

standards (Belgium);

147.166 Improve existing law and practice to guarantee freedom of

expression, freedom of the media, and the safety of journalists (Poland);

147.167 Guarantee freedom of expression, particularly online, as well as

freedom of the media (France);

147.168 Implement recommendations relating to the freedom of the press and

information accepted during the last cycle of the universal periodic review

(Georgia);

147.169 Continue efforts to protect journalists from violence and intimidation

and intensify cooperation with the Organization for Security and Cooperation

in Europe Representative on Freedom of the Media (Austria);

147.170 Ensure that cases of violence and intimidation against independent

journalists are independently investigated and that their perpetrators are

effectively brought to justice (Belgium);

147.171 Prevent and investigate beatings, threats and trials based on dubious

charges of human rights defenders, journalists, political actors and civil society

(Canada);

147.172 Establish institutional mechanisms for the prevention, protection and

investigation of acts of intimidation, violence and reprisals that may target

journalists and human rights defenders (Costa Rica);

147.173 Ensure effective and impartial investigations by the law enforcement

authorities aimed at preventing and combating offences against journalists and

human rights defenders, with a view to holding the perpetrators accountable

(Romania);

147.174 Release all journalists detained on politically motivated charges or

sentenced for expressing critical or dissenting views, including about political

events or the status of illegally annexed Crimea (Slovakia);

147.175 Take effective and credible measures to protect and facilitate the

exercise of the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly, freedom of opinion and

expression, and freedom of association (Slovakia);

147.176 Bring legislation governing public assemblies and its enforcement

into conformity with international human rights standards, particularly

ensuring that any sanctions for violations of freedom of assembly do not create

undue obstacles to freedom of assembly and expression (Slovenia);

147.177 Ensure that NGOs can work free of threats and intimidation and

ensure equal participation in political and public affairs by all stakeholders,

including NGOs (Slovakia);

147.178 Cease restricting civil society and NGOs (Georgia);

147.179 Ensure the protection of human rights defenders, particularly in the

North Caucasus (France);

147.180 Guarantee the effective exercise of freedom of assembly and

association to allow human rights defenders and political activists to do their

work (Luxembourg);

147.181 Take measures to enlarge the space for civil society, in particular to

review relevant legal provisions (Republic of Korea);

147.182 Continue and strengthen its meaningful engagement with civil society

in implementing universal periodic review recommendations and safeguarding

human rights (Myanmar);

147.183 Ensure the unrestricted work of civil society and repeal the “foreign

agents” law as well as the law on “undesirable organizations” (Czechia);

147.184 Review the current restrictive legal framework, especially the laws on

foreign agents, undesirable organizations and extremism (Estonia);

147.185 Ensure that the federal law on combating extremist activity is not

arbitrarily used to limit freedom of expression (Czechia);

147.186 Bring the laws on “foreign agents” and “undesirable organizations”

in line with its international obligations and ensure that civil society can receive

support from partners abroad (Germany);

147.187 Repeal the “foreign agents” law and the law on “undesirable”

organizations (Iceland);

147.188 Revise the laws on “foreign agents” and “undesirable organizations”

to ensure that NGOs and media organizations can exercise their legitimate

activities in line with international law and human rights standards (Ireland);

147.189 Repeal the law on “undesirable organizations” (France);

147.190 Consider the revision of the current legislation on “combating

extremism” and on “foreign agents”, so as to define more precisely the

limitations to fundamental freedoms in compliance with international

obligations (Italy);

147.191 Review its legislation regulating the functioning of NGOs, in

particular the federal law on non-commercial organizations and the federal law

on undesirable organizations, and bring it into accordance with international

human rights law, as previously recommended (Finland);

147.192 Repeal legislation under which NGOs can be declared “foreign

agents” and “undesirable” organizations (New Zealand);

147.193 Repeal the laws on “foreign agents” and “undesirable” organizations

(Lithuania);

147.194 Revise the so-called “foreign agent” law and take all the necessary

steps to ensure that civil society organizations, including the media, can

exercise their activities without fear of stigmatization or punishment by law

(Netherlands);

147.195 Review the legislation on the functioning of non-governmental

organizations, such as law No. 121 on non-commercial organizations, and

ensure its compliance with international human rights practices and standards

(Mexico);

147.196 Implement programmes aimed at eliminating the restrictive

environment in which NGOs and civil society organizations that promote

human rights and diversity in political opinion act (Romania);

147.197 Continue to take steps to strengthen cooperation and coordination

between State authorities and civil society institutions in the promotion and

protection of human rights (Philippines);

147.198 Strengthen the yearly award grants from the federal budget for

socially important projects in the print and electronic media (Ethiopia);

147.199 Uphold the rights to freedom of conscience and religion by refraining

from outlawing religious groups as “extremist” solely for the peaceful practice

of their religious beliefs, such as has happened with Jehovah’s Witnesses (New

Zealand);

147.200 Reconsider the recent outlawing of the Jehovah Witnesses and stop

their persecution (Spain);

147.201 End the targeting of Jehovah’s Witnesses for exercising their freedom

of religion (Iceland);

147.202 Respect its international obligations and amend its legislation to

ensure the right to the peaceful enjoyment of freedom of religion and belief for

adherents of Jehovah’s Witnesses in the Russian Federation (Denmark);

147.203 Refrain from banning religious groups on the grounds of extremism,

even though they practise their religious belief in a peaceful way, and also

withdraw administrative accusations and criminal accusations against their

members (Luxembourg);

147.204 Refrain from outlawing religious groups as “extremist” and ensure

them the right to fully practise their religion or belief (Finland);

147.205 Repeal the 2013 law which criminalizes “insult to the religious

feelings of believers” (France);

147.206 Observe constitutional guarantees of freedom of religion and ensure

religious groups are not subject to discrimination (Australia);

147.207 Step up efforts to promote and protect freedom of religion or belief,

including by ensuring the freedom of all individuals to establish and maintain

religious, charitable or humanitarian institutions (Brazil);

147.208 Take further steps to address human trafficking, including through

strengthened international cooperation, and enhance efforts to provide

assistance to victims of human trafficking (Sri Lanka);

147.209 Continue taking active national and international measures against

trafficking in human being (Belarus);

147.210 Make further efforts to fight organized crime, including the fight

against trafficking in human beings (Armenia);

147.211 Take further measures to effectively combat trafficking in human

beings, especially regarding vulnerable groups such as women and children,

and improve assistance to the victims of trafficking (Bosnia and Herzegovina);

147.212 Introduce a national action plan on human trafficking (Bahrain);

147.213 Continue the efforts to enable tangible progress in combating

trafficking in persons (Turkmenistan);

147.214 Continue to provide support to the traditional family and contribute

to international efforts in the promotion and preservation of traditional ethical

and family values (Egypt);

147.215 Ensure the implementation of measures provided by the framework

for the State family policy of the Russian Federation up to 2025 (Belarus);

147.216 Introduce nationwide social security for its population (Nicaragua);

147.217 Introduce a social security system for its citizens (Cuba);

147.218 Strengthen ongoing efforts aimed at ensuring the implementation of

the economic, social and cultural rights of its citizens (Cuba);

147.219 Continue efforts aimed at unemployment reduction, inter alia, by

improving relevant training programmes (Egypt);

147.220 Take measures to promote equal opportunities for men and women

in terms of employment and occupation at all levels of responsibility (Algeria);

147.221 Invest efforts in decreasing the unemployment rate among young

people in rural parts of the country (Serbia);

147.222 Continue promoting policies to increase job opportunities for young

people in rural areas (Plurinational State of Bolivia);

147.223 Continue to take active policy measures to enhance employment, in

particular to raise the youth employment rate in rural and remote areas

(China);

147.224 Continue implementing targeted social support policies aimed at

reducing poverty and enhancing the labour prospects of its citizens

(Singapore);

147.225 Continue to take appropriate measures to increase people’s income

and promote poverty reduction (China);

147.226 Continue to take measures to ensure social equality and to reduce

gaps in terms of the well-being of the population in urban and rural areas

(Uzbekistan);

147.227 Continue to vigorously develop its health care to increase life

expectancy (China);

147.228 Strengthen programmes aimed at promoting the right of individuals

to the highest attainable level of physical and mental health, especially those

aimed at reducing the consumption of tobacco and alcohol (Syrian Arab

Republic);

147.229 Prohibit non-consensual medical interventions performed on intersex

people until the person in question is old enough to grant their free and

informed consent, unless the intervention is absolutely necessary for the

development of their vital functions (Spain);

147.230 Continue taking measures to improve and facilitate access to health

services in remote and rural areas (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela);

147.231 Continue to take appropriate measures to reduce levels of cigarette

smoking and alcohol consumption as part of the advancement of programmes

promoting the right of every person to the highest attainable level of physical

and mental health (Islamic Republic of Iran);

147.232 Implement the necessary steps to guarantee children access to basic

and free education, particularly those from rural areas and vulnerable groups

(State of Palestine);

147.233 Continue efforts to facilitate children’s access to free basic education,

especially those in rural areas and from disadvantaged groups (Algeria);

147.234 Ensure universal access to quality education (Philippines);

147.235 Endorse the Safe Schools Declaration and its guidelines (Argentina);

147.236 Consider taking measures aimed at increasing the efficiency and

accountability of the public service delivery system in the context of the

implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (Azerbaijan);

147.237 Strengthen the legal framework to combat human trafficking, which

affects women and children in particular (Poland);

147.238 Take all necessary measures to prevent violence and intolerance

against women, whether racist, xenophobic or based on sexual orientation,

guaranteeing the rights of each and every one of them without discrimination

(Switzerland);

147.239 Continue efforts aimed at combating discrimination against women

and fighting violence against them (Tunisia);

147.240 Strengthen governmental measures to eliminate violence against

women and girls (Chile);

147.241 Take effective steps to address domestic and sexual violence against

women and girls, including through ensuring all perpetrators are prosecuted

and punished (Botswana);

147.242 Take all necessary measures to investigate allegations of domestic

violence and prosecute perpetrators of this violence (Burkina Faso);

147.243 Continue efforts to protect women’s rights and to prevent domestic

violence (Viet Nam);

147.244 Redouble efforts to eradicate violence against women, particularly

domestic and sexual violence (Peru);

147.245 Develop a comprehensive framework for the elimination of sexual

and domestic violence against women and children (Cyprus);

147.246 Continue its efforts to ensure access to justice for women and girls

who have been victims of domestic and sexual violence (Gabon);

147.247 Continue to take effective steps aimed at combating violence against

women (Romania);

147.248 Continue efforts to combat discrimination against women at all levels

(Bosnia and Herzegovina);

147.249 Enact and implement measures to promote and protect gender

equality and women’s empowerment and to fight discrimination on the grounds

of gender (Brazil);

147.250 Implement measures to combat discrimination and violence against

women, developing strategies to eradicate patriarchal attitudes and stereotypes

regarding the roles and responsibilities of women and men in the family and in

society (Uruguay);

147.251 Take the necessary measures to combat stereotypes concerning the

roles and responsibilities of women and men in the family and in society

(Afghanistan);

147.252 Fully implement the 2017–2022 national strategy on action for

women in order to prevent violence against women, address gender stereotypes

and guarantee women’s full and equal participation in decision-making

(Namibia);

147.253 Keep up its efforts in implementing the national strategy on action

for women 2017–2022 to create the conditions for the full participation of

women in political, economic, social and cultural spheres of life (Bangladesh);

147.254 Continue its efforts to implement the national strategy on action for

women for the period 2017–2022, which aims to create the conditions for the

full and equal participation of women in the political, economic, social and

cultural domains of social life (Sudan);

147.255 Promote the implementation of the national agenda 2021 with a

special focus on supporting the participation of women in public life (United

Arab Emirates);

147.256 Continue to take effective measures to promote women’s rights and

their political participation in decision-making (Nepal);

147.257 Implement programmes to enhance women’s awareness of their

rights and the remedies available to them to protect their rights (Philippines);

147.258 Ensure that sufficient resources are allocated for the full and effective

implementation of the national strategy on action for women (Singapore);

147.259 Make efforts to eliminate gender-based stereotypes that restrict

women’s education and social participation (Republic of Korea);

147.260 Strengthen labour legislation with a view to mainstreaming the

gender perspective and ensuring that such legislation does not discriminate

against women in their professional careers (Mexico);

147.261 Continue efforts to promote women’s access to the labour market

(Iraq);

147.262 Take concrete measures in order to put an end to discrimination

against women, especially by abolishing the list of professional occupations

which are prohibited to them (Belgium);

147.263 Repeal the list of professions prohibited for women and ratify the

Istanbul Convention of the Council of Europe (France);

147.264 Strengthen measures aimed at promoting equal opportunities for

men and women in terms of employment and profession (Côte d’Ivoire);

147.265 Continue implementing policies aimed at creating the conditions for

the full and equal participation of women in society (Angola);

147.266 Ensure access for all women and girls, in particular in rural areas, to

basic health-care services (Afghanistan);

147.267 Continue its efforts aimed at the elimination of child labour

(Azerbaijan);

147.268 Step up work to combat trafficking in children and their sexual

exploitation (Kyrgyzstan);

147.269 Take measures to ensure the elimination of the sale and trafficking of

children, through investigations and robust prosecutions of persons engaging in

those crimes, as well as the provision of rehabilitation and social reintegration

of child victims of trafficking (Thailand);

147.270 Strengthen efforts to provide for the rehabilitation and social

reintegration of child victims of trafficking (Maldives);

147.271 Continue efforts to protect children from violence and sexual

exploitation (Tunisia);

147.272 Pursue efforts to combat the exploitation and sexual abuse of

children (Peru);

147.273 Continue the efforts to prevent all forms of violence against children

and adolescents, including sexual abuse of minors, and ensure their access to

justice and reparation (Ecuador);

147.274 Continue to provide the necessary support and opportunities for

children to enjoy their full human rights (Lao People’s Democratic Republic);

147.275 Continue to consolidate actions and programmes aimed at the

promotion and protection of the rights of the child (Sri Lanka);

147.276 Continue efforts to protect the rights of children (Malaysia);

147.277 Effectively provide the Office for the Commissioner for Children’s

Rights with adequate resources in order to promote and protect all children’s

rights (Namibia);

147.278 Continue efforts to provide State support to families with children

and improve their living conditions, including through increasing pensions

(Pakistan);

147.279 Put an end to corporal punishment towards children in any form and

in any area of society, and promote non-violent alternatives as disciplinary

measures (Uruguay);

147.280 Enact legislation in order to explicitly prohibit corporal punishment

of children in all settings, including at home (Montenegro);

147.281 Continue to work towards reducing the number of children,

including children with disabilities, living in child-care institutions. Focus on

supporting parents in fulfilling their responsibilities in respect of their children

(Egypt);

147.282 Further improve mechanisms for the prevention of dissemination of

information inciting children to commit an offence that endangers human life

and health (Islamic Republic of Iran);

147.283 Continue ongoing efforts aimed at ensuring the realization of the

rights of children to preschool education (Islamic Republic of Iran);

147.284 Strengthen the protection of the rights of children, persons with

disabilities, elderly people and other vulnerable groups (Bulgaria);

147.285 Continue to assist and promote the employment of persons with

disabilities (Lao People’s Democratic Republic);

147.286 Prioritize promoting and protecting the rights of people with

disabilities (South Africa);

147.287 Enhance legal frameworks and social programmes serving the most

vulnerable groups, particularly children within their families and persons with

disabilities (Lebanon);

147.288 Continue to take measures to provide social assistance to the

population, in particular persons with disabilities, retired people, children and

women (Libya);

147.289 Continue to ensure the education, social adaptation and social

integration of children with disabilities (Pakistan);

147.290 Review and enhance the system of support available to families of

persons with disabilities (Cyprus);

147.291 Strengthen the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities,

including by expediting the adoption of the draft federal law, and provide

wheelchair users with the unequivocal right to unhindered access to apartment

buildings (Hungary);

147.292 Continue to take measures to defend the rights of elderly people and

people with disabilities (Uzbekistan);

147.293 Step up efforts to promote and preserve the languages of indigenous

peoples, including through the education system and via the adoption of

relevant measures to safeguard intangible cultural heritage (Nicaragua);

147.294 Strengthen the legal framework to ensure the sustainable

socioeconomic and cultural development of indigenous peoples (South Africa);

147.295 Continue to actively involve the representatives of indigenous peoples

in international activities relating to the protection of their rights (Bolivarian

Republic of Venezuela);

147.296 Continue strengthening policies for the promotion and protection of

indigenous peoples’ rights (Plurinational State of Bolivia);

147.297 Improve the precarious situation of indigenous peoples (Estonia);

147.298 Harmonize the various laws on the rights of indigenous peoples,

particularly regarding access to land and natural resources, and pay specific

attention to the protection of their natural environment (Hungary);

147.299 Take further concrete and effective steps towards the protection and

social inclusion of all minority groups (Malaysia);

147.300 Take additional measures to decrease statelessness among

representatives of minority groups (Serbia);

147.301 Continue extending social support measures and benefits to

minorities (India);

147.302 Continue to provide support to all of its ethnic minorities in

preserving their languages, cultures and traditions (Indonesia);

147.303 Continue measures for the elimination of discrimination against the

Roma population (Peru);

147.304 Take further measures to enhance the integration of migrants (Viet

Nam);

147.305 Strengthen the implementation of policies to reduce the number of

unregistered persons, especially stateless persons, refugees, holders of

temporary residence permits and individuals belonging to certain minority

groups (Angola);

147.306 Step up efforts to end statelessness, especially by establishing

safeguards to guarantee birth registration to all children born in the country,

including stateless children and those belonging to minority groups (Thailand);

147.307 Use its influence to facilitate unimpeded access by international

observers to Crimea, eastern Ukraine and the Georgian regions of Abkhazia

and South Ossetia (Australia);

147.308 Implement the relevant General Assembly resolutions on the

territorial integrity of Ukraine and on Crimea (Ukraine);

147.309 Repeal laws of the Russian Federation imposed in occupied Crimea

and respect the laws in force in Ukraine (Ukraine).

148. In the view of the Russian Federation, the recommendations listed below are

not relevant since they are not factually correct, fully or partially, and do not comply

with the basis of the review stipulated by the Human Rights Council in its resolutions

5/1 and 16/21. They will therefore not be considered by the Russian Federation:

148.1 Grant international human rights monitoring bodies full access to all

federal subjects of the Russian Federation and territories under its effective

control (Norway);

148.2 End legal and political restrictions on freedom of expression,

association and assembly against all persons, including Crimean Tatars in the

illegally annexed Crimea and in Ukrainian territories under control of armed

groups backed by the Russian Federation (Lithuania);

148.3 Provide free and unimpeded access for all international human rights

mechanisms to Ukraine’s Crimea and Donbas, as well as to Georgia’s regions

of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali (Lithuania);

148.4 Cease violations of the human rights of the population living in

Georgian regions under the Russian Federation’s effective control (Georgia);

148.5 Provide full and unconditional access to OHCHR and other relevant

human rights monitoring mechanisms to Georgia’s Abkhazia and Tskhinvali

regions (Georgia);

148.6 Uphold all its obligations under applicable international law as an

occupying power in the illegally occupied territories (Ukraine);

148.7 Fulfil all interim measures issued by the European Court of Human

Rights in the cases regarding human rights violations in the occupied Crimea

and Donbas (Ukraine);

148.8 End its illegal occupation of Crimea and end its support for separatist

groups in eastern Ukraine and the Georgian regions of Abkhazia and South

Ossetia (Australia).

149. 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.

Annex

Composition of the delegation

The delegation of the Russian Federation was headed by H.E. Mr. Alexander

Konovalov, Minister of Justice of the Russian Federation and composed of the following

members:

• Mr. Alexander Konovalov, Head of the Delegation, Minister of Justice of the

Russian Federation;

• Mr. Mikhail Galperin, Deputy Head of the Delegation, Representative of the

Russian Federation at the European Court of Human Rights — Deputy Minister of

Justice of the Russian Federation;

• H.E. Mr. Gennady Gatilov, Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to

the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva;

• Mr. Sergey Antipov — Head’s Assistant, Main Directorate of the Military Police,

Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation;

• Ms. Natalia Antonova, Deputy Director, Department of Integrated Analysis and

Forecasting, Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Russian Federation;

• Ms. Oksana Anufrieva, Assistant, Legal Department, Ministry of Natural Resources

and the Environment of the Russian Federation;

• Ms. Veronika Ataulina, Deputy Head of Section, Administration of the Children’s

Rights Commissioner for the President of the Russian Federation;

• Mr. Valery Boyarinev, Deputy Director, Federal Penal Correction Service;

• Ms. Ekaterina Dobrodeeva, Head of Section, Department for the Development of

Small and Medium-Sized Businesses and Competition, Ministry of Economic

Development of the Russian Federation;

• Mr. Oleg Dun, Senior Prosecutor, General Department for Criminal Court

Proceedings, Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation;

• Mr. Abdulgamid Bulatov, Head of Division, Federal Agency on Ethnic Affairs;

• Mr. Aleksei Goltiaev, Senior Counsellor, Permanent Mission of the Russian

Federation to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in

Geneva;

• Mr. Artem Kiryanov, First Vice-President, Commission on Public Control, Public

Expert Examination, and Cooperation with Public Councils, Civic Chamber of the

Russian Federation;

• Mr. Vitaly Kokh, Deputy Head, Main Directorate of the Military Police, Ministry of

Defence of the Russian Federation;

• Ms. Marina Korunova, Deputy Director, Department for Humanitarian Cooperation

and Human Rights, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation;

• Ms. Olga Kuksina, Assistant, International Department, Ministry of Education and

Science of the Russian Federation;

• Ms. Anna Kuznetsova, Children’s Rights Commissioner for the President of the

Russian Federation;

• Mr. Yuriy Martynov, Senior Expert, Main Directorate of the Military Police,

Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation;

• Mr. Yuriy Mikheev, Third Secretary, Permanent Mission of the Russian Federation

to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva;

• Ms. Olga Savina, Senior Expert, General Administration for Protection of Public

Order and Interaction with Executive Authorities of the Russian Federation

Constituent Territories, Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation;

• Ms. Julia Shekhovtsova, First Deputy Head, General Department for Criminal Court

Proceedings, Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation;

• Ms. Tatiana Shlychkova, Head of Section, Department for Humanitarian

Cooperation and Human Rights, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian

Federation;

• Mr. Evgeny Silyanov, Director, Department of the State Policy in the Sphere of

Children’s Rights Protection, Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian

Federation;

• Mr. Pavel Smirnov, Assistant, Office of the Representative of the Russian

Federation at the European Court of Human Rights – Deputy Minister of Justice of

the Russian Federation;

• Ms. Svetlana Solovyeva, Director, Legal Department, Ministry of Healthcare of the

Russian Federation;

• Mr. Andrey Timofeev, Deputy Head, Main Organizational and Inspections

Department, Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation;

• Mr. Alexey Tsygankov, Deputy Director, Department of Government Policy in the

Sport Area and International Cooperation, Ministry of Sport of the Russian

Federation;

• Ms. Nigina Umarova, Head of Section, Legal Department, Ministry of Culture of the

Russian Federation;

• Mr. Evgeny Ustinov, Counsellor, Department for Humanitarian Cooperation and

Human Rights, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation;

• Ms. Larisa Vertaeva, Head of Section, Office of the Children’s Rights

Commissioner for the President of the Russian Federation;

• Mr. Dmitry Vorobiev, Third Secretary, Permanent Mission of the Russian

Federation to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in

Geneva;

• Mr. Nikita Zhukov, Deputy Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to

the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva;

• Ms. Maria Zinovieva, Senior Expert, Department of Economic Law, Ministry of

Justice of the Russian Federation.