A/HRC/10/9 page 27 Observations 118. The Working Group notes that only two newly-reported cases were received. However, it expresses deep concern at the fact that allegedly the real number of disappearances is much higher than the number reported in official figures. 119. The Working Group is pleased to note that a number of mass graves have been revealed by demobilized paramilitary commanders and troops. In this connection, it encourages the Government to identify all remains, some of which may lead to the clarification of cases. 120. The Working Group notes that although the number of investigations has increased, few convictions have occurred. In this regard, it reminds the Government of its obligation to bring to justice all persons presumed responsible for an act of enforced disappearance, according to article 14 of the Declaration. 121. The Working Group expresses concern about the increasing number of cases of intimidation and reprisals. In this connection, it reminds the Government of its obligation to protect against ill-treatment, intimidation or reprisal according to article 13.3 (protection against ill-treatment, intimidation or reprisal) and 13.5 (ill-treatment, intimidation or reprisal should be punished) of the Declaration. 122. The Working Group expresses concern that compensation is subject to a presumption of death and then a death certificate, which is not in accordance with article 19 of the Declaration. 123. The Working Group sent a letter to the Government of Colombia requesting a report on the implementation of its recommendations following its country visit in 2005. The Working Group regrets that no such report was received. Congo Number of outstanding cases at the beginning of the period under review 114 Cases transmitted to the Government during the period under review Cases sent under Cases sent under the urgent action the standard procedure procedure 0 Number of cases on which the Government has replied 0 General allegation Prompt intervention letter Working Group request for a visit 0 Cases clarified during the period under review by: Government Non-governmental sources 0 Multiple replies on some cases No N/A N/A N/A 0 Number of outstanding cases at the end of the year under review 114 Number of cases of possible clarification by Government (6-month rule) 0 Government response Government response Government response N/A N/A N/A

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