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66.1. Include in its Constitution and legislation a clear definition of
discrimination against women, and enshrine in law the principle of equality
between women and men (France); and
66.2. Ensure, in its Constitution and legislation, that discrimination is
explicitly prohibited; provide for, inter alia, the principle of equality between
women and men; and take into account, inter alia, the recommendations of the
Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (Netherlands).
67.
The recommendations set out below did not enjoy the support of GuineaBissau:
67.1. Review its legislative and administrative measures with the aim of
eliminating gender discrimination (South Africa);
67.2. Have a programme of education and training in human rights as a
prerequisite for anyone wishing to join the armed forces (Spain);
67.3. Repeal or amend legislation that discriminates against disabled person
and children, with a focus on eradicating the practice of killing newborn
children with disabilities, preventing violence at the hands of family members
and society in general, and ensuring equal access to all public transportation
and buildings (Israel);
67.4. Intensify efforts to improve the human rights of women, and take
measures to combat harmful traditional practices under customary law, such
as early and forced marriage, trafficking, polygamy and levirate marriage
(Norway); and
67.5. Send a clear signal that no human rights violations committed by
members of the army will be tolerated, and take specific measures in order to
bring to justice those responsible, without exceptions and regardless of their
rank (Canada).
68.
All conclusions and/or recommendations set out in the present report reflect
the positions of the submitting State(s) and/or the State under review. They should not
be construed as endorsed by the Working Group as a whole.
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