A/HRC/37/6 120.8 Undertake an independent investigation into the post-electoral violence as well as allegations of human rights violations in the same context, in order to shed light on the involvement and responsibilities of the various actors and bring justice to victims (Luxembourg); 120.9 Open a formal, independent and objective inquiry into the electionrelated violence and the allegations of serious violations of human rights (Netherlands); 120.10 Investigate alleged arbitrary arrests of demonstrators and excessive periods of pretrial detention that reportedly took place following the election (Australia); 120.11 Ensure effective and systematic application of the principle of prior consultation with indigenous peoples, inter alia in its conservation efforts, including by providing specific regulatory or legislative framework (Slovenia); 120.12 Fully capacitate and support the National Women’s Council to better protect and promote the rights of women (South Africa); 120.13 Repeal or amend Law 19/06/2016, which entered into force at the beginning of 2017, in order to guarantee the constitutionally enshrined human rights to freedom of the press and of freedom of opinion and expression, as both are necessary preconditions for a democratic and active society (Germany); 120.14 Review thoroughly and amend the Communications Code to ensure that it is in line with international best practices and standards on freedom of expression (Ireland); 120.15 Ensure that all allegations of exploitation and sexual abuse of children in the Central African Republic by Gabonese soldiers are promptly and effectively investigated, and take steps to prevent this situation in the future (Guatemala). 121. 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. 20 GE.17-23556

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