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explained what actions had been taken to face these challenges. It gave details in this
regard.
51.
Regarding questions raised regarding the Provedoria, Timor-Leste stated that it
valued the work of that institution and that both the judiciary and the disciplinary organs in
various Government structures were committed to implementing and following-up on its
recommendations. Concrete information was provided in this regard. It was added that the
Government was committed to providing the Provedoria with adequate financial resources
and that there had been an increase in the resources provided.
52.
Canada congratulated Timor-Leste’s efforts to protect human rights through the
cooperation with the United Nations system, the Commission for Reception, Truth and
Reconciliation, and the Commission of Truth and Friendship. Canada noted progress in
terms of security and defence measures, and the adoption of the Law against Domestic
Violence in 2010. It raised concerns about victims of domestic violence who did not receive
adequate justice and urged Timor-Leste to strengthen protection of minority religious
groups. Canada made recommendations.
53.
Vietnam noted with satisfaction that, despite challenges, Timor-Leste had been
striving to build its institutional and legal framework for human rights protection, and that
Timor-Leste attached value to tolerance and reconciliation. Recent efforts to promote
social and economic rights, particularly in the areas of health care, primary education and
social security, were also encouraging. Vietnam made recommendations.
54.
Malaysia was encouraged by the fact that Timor-Leste had put in place strong legal
and institutional human rights frameworks, including the Human Rights and Justice
Ombudsman accredited with “A” status. Malaysia welcomed Timor-Leste’s effort to
accede to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Malaysia made
recommendations.
55.
Estonia commended Timor-Leste for having become a party to many international
human rights instruments and adopting human rights-related laws. It noted the ongoing
reconciliation process and wished Timor-Leste success in this regard. Noting its past
engagement with the establishment of the Foreign Service and with the monitoring of
elections in Timor-Leste, Estonia stated that it would continue to follow developments in
the country. It made recommendations.
56.
Ireland welcomed Timor-Leste’s consultation process in preparation for its UPR and
noted it had faced challenges since independence in building administrative structures and
creating a culture of respect for human rights. It welcomed the independent national body
for human rights’ protection and the Anti-Corruption Commission. It welcomed the Basic
Law on Education and noted challenges being addressed to ensure drinking water and
sanitation. It noted that the international community must continue a partnership approach
with Timor-Leste. It made recommendations.
57.
China appreciated Timor-Leste’s efforts in the protection of human rights and its
accession to core human rights treaties. It noted that Timor-Leste endeavoured to promote
employment, health care and education, and to safeguard basic supplies of food, drinking
water and housing, as well as to ensure protection for vulnerable groups. China understood
Timor-Leste’s challenges with regard to socio-economic development and human rights
protection, and hoped that the international community would continue to provide
assistance.
58.
Poland congratulated Timor-Leste for its progress since independence in the areas of
social development and human rights. It noted with appreciation the establishment of
several institutions and legislation and policies in this field. It welcomed its cooperation
with the United Nations system. It noted with concern that Timor-Leste was still not party
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