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with the Working Group or other migrant groups about the impact of existing procedures on
family reunification and naturalization, and enquired about the Government’s plans to review the
relevant legislation in accordance with the recommendations of the Committee on the
Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
49.
Brazil noted that the standing invitation issued by Liechtenstein to the special procedures
of the Human Rights Council is an example of cooperation with human rights mechanisms. It
welcomed the adoption of a national plan of action aimed at implementing the conclusions of the
Durban Conference against Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance
and the creation of an intergovernmental working group against racism, anti-Semitism and
xenophobia to coordinate activities of the plan. It asked the delegation to elaborate more on the
conclusions of the working group, mostly in the field of integration of non-nationals. In
particular, Brazil enquired about practical measures taken to ensure that children of immigrant
origin are given equal access to education, including higher education, and employment. It
recommended, within the context of paragraph 1 of Council resolution 9/12, the establishment of
the institution of an ombudsman. It encouraged Liechtenstein to continue strengthening a system
of data collection with a view to determine the extent of manifestations of racism and direct and
indirect racial discrimination.
50.
Canada commended the State’s efforts in developing a strategy for the integration of noncitizens from minority communities, and encouraged Liechtenstein to maintain an open, just and
hospitable climate for non-citizen migrants, refugees and asylum-seekers. It recommended that
Liechtenstein develop further the “promotion” aspect of integration to enhance genuine respect
for diversity and knowledge of different cultures and traditions, as outlined by the European
Commission against Racism and Intolerance. Canada noted that the State’s efforts at creating
dialogue between Muslim and Christian communities are a good development, and applauded
the country’s five-year plan of action against racism. Canada hoped that the Office of Equal
Opportunity would continue the work of this important agenda. Canada agreed with the
recommendations of the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination regarding the
granting of citizenship, particularly in making the process easier and more inclusive. Canada
recommended that Liechtenstein reconsider its practice of voting by local residents for the
granting of citizenship and that it consider reducing the length of periods of required residency.
Canada supported the State’s efforts to tackle issues of gender equality and recommended that
Liechtenstein intensify efforts to ensure equal opportunities for men and women in both the
private and public sectors, including by expanding measures which facilitate women’s re-entry
into the workforce after childbirth.
51.
Malaysia was encouraged by the numerous measures taken by the Government to
improve intercultural and interreligious understanding as well as its continuing efforts made in
the fight against racism, intolerance and xenophobia. It recommended that Liechtenstein
reinforce its efforts to promote ethnic and religious tolerance between the different communities
in the country through education and public-awareness campaigns. It also recommended that
Liechtenstein consider adopting a comprehensive strategy for the integration of people of
different ethnic origin or religion. Malaysia noted with satisfaction the appointment in 2007 of a
working group on the promotion of the integration of Muslims to institutionalize the dialogue
between members of the Muslim communities and the Christian population. It recommended that
more support and consideration be given to minority groups, including the Muslim community,
in particular with regard to financial support, places of worship, cemeteries and other special
concerns.
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