A/HRC/22/18 55. The present report provides examples of adverse consequences and recent developments in relation to the right to life and the question of missing persons, the principle of non-discrimination, freedom of movement, property rights, freedom of religion and cultural rights, freedom of opinion and expression, as well as the right to education. 56. Furthermore, the present report highlights the benefits to be gained in adopting a gender perspective when negotiating and implementing peace agreements, in line with Security Council resolution 1325 (2000). It is hoped that efforts to negotiate and achieve a comprehensive settlement of the Cyprus problem will ultimately open avenues to improve the human rights situation on the island. Addressing the underlying human rights issues and causes should be an increasingly important part of peacekeeping efforts and also underpin the political dialogue for a comprehensive settlement of the Cyprus problem. 57. During the reporting period, United Nations treaty bodies discussed various human rights issues and made recommendations in their concluding observations with regard to Cyprus and Turkey. It is also welcome that the first ever visit to Cyprus by a special procedure mandate holder took place in March and April 2012, and that the Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief had access to both the southern part and northern part, including the relevant authorities. Further visits by special procedure mandate holders are encouraged, in particular with regard to cultural rights, internally displaced persons, enforced or involuntary disappearances, and the right to education. 17

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