A/HRC/11/41 page 21 69. The Human Rights Committee, in its general comment No. 32, recommended that States establish clear procedures and objective criteria for the promotion of judges.94 In this context, the Committee noted with satisfaction the establishment of a career structure for the judiciary.95 70. Furthermore, the Human Rights Committee raised the question of the body96 and method by which judges are granted promotion. It emphasized that if such a decision depends on the discretion of the administrative authorities, this may expose judges to political pressure and jeopardize their independence and impartiality.97 71. The Special Rapporteur emphasizes that final decisions on promotions should be preferably taken by an independent body in charge of the selection of judges, composed of at least a majority of judges.98 This would enhance the coherence of any decision taken in relation to the judicial career and thereby strengthen the independence of the judiciary. 72. The Special Rapporteur underscores that, while adequate professional experience is an essential prerequisite for promotion, it should not be the only factor taken into account in such decisions. Promotion, like with initial selection and appointment, should be merit-based, having regard to qualifications, integrity, ability and efficiency. 4. Conditions of service (a) Judicial salary 73. International and regional standards require that the remuneration of judges be guaranteed by law. Principle 11 of the Basic Principles and selected regional standards also require that the remuneration be adequate.99 Yet, reality on the ground is far from being consistent with this principle. 94 CCPR/C/GC/32 (footnote 1), para. 19. 95 CCPR/CO/72/GTM, para. 7. 96 CCPR/C/MDG/CO/3, para. 26. 97 CCPR/CO/73/AZE, para. 14. 98 See paras. 27-30 above; see also European Charter on the Statute of Judges, sections 4.1 and 1.3. 99 Principles and Guidelines in Africa (footnote 8), A 4 (m); Beijing Statement (footnote 8), principle 31.