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torture recorded, and as of 2014 two cases had been addressed. Furthermore, the delegation
reiterated Mongolia’s commitment to incorporating the subject of torture in the educational
programme curricular. This provision of torture had already been included for law
enforcement officers; however, the curricular for prosecutors should also include the
subject of torture.
67.
According to the Criminal Code of Mongolia, hate crimes are prohibited based on a
religious, sexual, or ethnic basis, and therefore, should such cases take place, the
perpetrator would be subject to criminal liability. Despite the lack of records concerning
discrimination against LGBT people, the delegation of Mongolia expressed the readiness of
law enforcement institutions to provide for the protection and promotion of LGBT people’s
rights.
68.
Mongolia firmly believed that its efforts needed to be enhanced in order to promote
the rights of the child within the family. Included within the new family law, there are very
strong provisions and clauses that restrict and prohibit corporal punishment of children
within the family.
69.
Following the enactment of the Human Trafficking Law in 2012, Mongolia reached
a new stage in their efforts to combat human trafficking.
70.
The delegation of Mongolia explained that the Criminal Code did not allow for
detention of a suspect without a special resolution to arrest or detain a suspect issued by a
judge or prosecutor. Despite the criticism from the general public concerning cases of
unjustified or unlawful arrest or detention of suspects, there were no records of such cases.
71.
In Mongolia, domestic violence remained a primary focus, especially in the National
Committee on Gender Equality, where numerous activities were conducted in order to
create public awareness of the issue, especially among the youth. With the enactment of the
revised Domestic Violence Law, Mongolia would be better able to address and tackle
domestic violence issues completely, in addition to being equipped with a new method and
instrument to deal with the problem. However, regarding liabilities and sanctions of
perpetrators of domestic violence, there was a need for more efficient coordination among
the domestic laws, especially concerning the mandates of law enforcement agencies.
72.
Food security remained a critical issue in Mongolia. Numerous policy documents
regarding food and health security in the country had been approved by the Government,
including the Food Security National Programme. In addition, 21 provinces, including 8
border crossing points, had established equipped laboratories to ensure food inspection in
order to ensure food security according to international standards.
73.
The Niger congratulated Mongolia for the adoption of several laws concerning the
reform of justice in 2013 and welcomed the ratification of several international instruments,
as well as efforts to ensure a better coordination with treaty bodies. As a result, the
judiciary would be reinforced in terms of human and material resources, transparency and
independence.
74.
Norway acknowledged efforts to further enhance the protection of human rights, in
particular the adoption and recent ratification of United Nations human rights conventions,
and national programmes to protect the rights of women, children and persons with
disabilities. It also appreciated efforts to establish a participatory and inclusive process for
consultation with civil society for its universal periodic review.
75.
Pakistan acknowledged the Government commitment to the adoption of Laws on
Gender Equality, Combating Human Trafficking Witness and Victim Protection, as well as
Security of Food Products, in the establishment of a legal assistance centre, and
administrative measures to protect rights of women and to enhance their participation at the
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