A/HRC/39/47 E. Communication and cooperation with other mandate holders 44. The Independent Expert recognizes that the scope of the mandate incorporates a wide range of human rights issues and concerns. While the interlinking of all human rights, including civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights, gives the Independent Expert wide latitude, he is mindful of the need to cooperate with other mandate holders in executing his mandate and connecting it to others. In this regard, themes addressed above may be pursued in consultation with special procedure mandate holders working on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association, freedom of opinion and expression, the situation of human rights defenders, violence and discrimination against women, the right to development, foreign debt, extreme poverty, international solidarity and the human rights impact of transnational corporations and other business enterprises, among others. 45. In addition, the Independent Expert envisages the possibility of developing, as appropriate, a series of joint actions with other mandate holders, including issuing joint communications and undertaking joint country visits where there are intersecting interest areas in a particular country, individual cases of common concern, violations of human rights that implicate democratic principles or equity, or reprisals. V. Conclusion 46. In the present report the Independent Expert presents the vision and priorities which he wishes to share with Member States and other stakeholders regarding the way in which he intends to execute the mandate, all the while working in a spirit of openness, frankness and transparency. 47. The mandate requires a holistic approach, ensuring that all rights are promoted and protected in an environment that gives due recognition to issues of participation, inclusion and transparency. 48. The Independent Expert intends to work closely with a broad cross-section of stakeholders, including Governments, intergovernmental organizations, regional organizations and private sector actors, to create a better understanding of the need to promote a democratic and equitable international order. In addition, he looks forward to consulting with a broad range of civil society organizations to further increase knowledge of, and engagement with, the mandate. 49. It is the desire of the Independent Expert to document his findings and any difficulties encountered and lessons learned, sharing these lessons with the Council and all relevant stakeholders. 11

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