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(ONDF) but expressed concern about the persistent de jure and de facto inequality between
men and women. It asked if the ONDF already reported cases and submitted suggestions
for improvement.
29.
The Libyan Arab Jamahiriya noted the enshrinement of human rights in the
Constitution, the number of laws enacted and the ratification of several international
instruments, including the Convention against Torture (CAT) and the optional protocols to
the CRC. It asked about the measures taken to launch the campaign for agriculture and the
right to food and to increase the production of basic food.
30.
Qatar noted that the Constitution guarantees equality to all and welcomed the efforts
made to promote human rights, including the rights to education, health and housing. Qatar
commended the peaceful coexistence and tolerance, particularly between Christians and
Muslims. It welcomed efforts to eradicate poverty and requested information on the
methods and resources to address the problem of HIV/AIDS.
31.
Switzerland welcomed Senegal’s determination to make human rights a priority. It
recommended that Senegal (a) take specific and effective measures required to ensure
respect for freedom of expression and freedom of association; (b) contribute towards
combating impunity internationally, in particular by implementing the mandate given to
Senegal by the African Union to try the former head of State of Chad, M. Hissène Habré;
(c) ensure the implementation of the provisions of law 99-05 prohibiting female genital
mutilation (FGM) and organize an effective national campaign to prevent and eradicate this
practice; and (d) step up its efforts to implement the CRC, particularly in the areas of
juvenile justice, trafficking of children and child labour. Switzerland expressed concern
about reports of arbitrary detentions of individuals based on their sexual orientation and
emphasized the importance of ensuring the full enjoyment of the rights of all persons
without discrimination.
32.
Pakistan noted the work of the CSDH for the promotion of human rights and the
steps taken for the protection of the rights of people with disabilities, including special
schools for professional training. Pakistan praised the legislation to combat smuggling of
migrants. Pakistan recommended that this law be made available to countries facing
problems of smuggling of migrants, in order to help them to develop such laws. Pakistan
welcomed the measures taken to eliminate poverty despite Senegal’s vulnerability to
natural disasters.
33.
France asked about women’s rights and the elimination of discrimination, including
polygamy, succession rules, and FGM. France noted the cooperation with special
procedures and inquired about a standing invitation to all of them. France recommended the
abrogation of article 80 of the Criminal Code concerning infringement of State security,
which restricts the right to freedom of expression and, in the light of recent prohibitions of
demonstrations and pressures on the organizers of certain political meetings, it further
recommended that Senegal ensure the effective freedom of demonstration and freedom of
association.
34.
Chad indicated that Senegal is a beacon of democracy in Africa and noted the
institutional structures established for the protection and promotion of human rights. It
saluted Senegal’s commitment to ensuring the right to food and asked for the international
community’s support for further improvement in the field of human rights.
35.
The United Kingdom welcomed the HCDHPP and the CSDH and encouraged
Senegal to ensure their operation within the Paris Principles. It commended the
commitment to OP-CAT and expressed hope that consideration would be given to
provisions on visits and funding. It recommended that Senegal continue its awarenessraising campaigns to combat and eradicate FGM and other traditional harmful practices
against women and girls. It noted concerns regarding the prohibition of some forms of
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