A/HRC/16/76 V. Conclusions and recommendations 97. NHRIs compliant with the Paris Principles are key elements of a strong and effective national human rights system aimed at the promotion and protection of human rights. The development of appropriate mechanisms of cooperation between NHRIs and other national institutions with a role in the promotion and protection of human rights, including Ombudsman institutions, should be encouraged. 98. NHRIs are well placed to support Governments to ensure the implementation of international human rights norms and standards. An increasing number of independent NHRIs are carrying out an implementing role in relation to the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman and Degrading Treatment and Punishment, and the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Governments and NHRIs are encouraged to work together to ensure the implementation of international human rights law and standards at the national level. 99. A constructive relationship between independent NHRIs and Parliaments can make an invaluable contribution to the promotion and protection of human rights at the national level, particularly in ensuring the compliance of national laws and practices with international human rights norms. Initiatives undertaken with a view to promoting closer cooperation between Parliaments and NHRIs should be promoted. 100. The Paris Principles require effective cooperation between NHRIs and representatives from civil society organizations. There is a need for open, participatory and pluralistic processes when establishing or strengthening NHRIs in compliance with the Paris Principles. 101. The active involvement of NHRIs, through the International Coordinating Committee, in the ongoing Human Rights Council’s review is welcome. Likewise, the engagement of NHRIs compliant with the Paris Principles in the UPR mechanism is increasingly important both in its preparation and its follow-up. 102. The adoption of the Marrakech Statement on strengthening the relationship between NHRIs and the Human Rights Treaty Bodies System is welcome. NHRIs are encouraged to continue engaging in the process of reflection on how to streamline and strengthen the treaty-body system. 103. The adoption of the Edinburgh Declaration on business and human rights and the role of NHRIs is welcome. The Declaration confirmed the expanding role of NHRIs in addressing corporate-related human rights violations. NHRIs and civil society organizations are encouraged to work together towards the implementation of the commitments made in Edinburgh. 104. United Nations country teams are encouraged to actively use the UNDPOHCHR Toolkit for Collaboration with NHRIs in their daily work, including in developing United Nations-coordinated approaches towards NHRIs. 105. The important work of the regional networks of NHRIs has been acknowledged, and greater cooperation between the regional networks and the International Coordinating Committee is encouraged. 106. It is important that adequate financial resources be allocated to NHRIs and there is need for them to enjoy financial independence and autonomy for their effective performance. 16