A/HRC/18/52 system, victims of sexual and gender-based violence continue to face considerable difficulties obtaining redress. This situation has largely contributed to a climate of impunity in relation to sexual and gender-based violence. Concerns have been raised regarding the situation of former President Gbagbo and his close associates: their incommunicado detention, the lack of access to lawyers and the delay in formally bringing the charges against them. While the swift establishment of the Dialogue, Truth and Reconciliation Commission (DTRC) by President Ouattara represents an important step toward truth and reconciliation, some stakeholders have expressed concerns about what is perceived to be an attempt by the Government to rush the process through without proper consideration of the challenges involved and without extensive public participation. The Government needs to ensure that international standards and principles are respected in the establishment of transitional justice mechanisms. OHCHR is currently engaged with the Government and other relevant stakeholders with a view to supporting and enhancing the setting up of transitional justice mechanisms. 2