The Marshall Islands welcomes the delegation of China to this 4th UPR Cycle and continued engagement in The Council’s work.
We recommend the following for consideration:
- Implement the recommendations of the CESCR to align with the Paris Agreement by increasing taxation of emissions, suspending ongoing financing for coal-fired power plants, and replacing fossil fuel by increasing renewable energy.
- Implement the recommendations of CEDAW and CESCR by putting an end to sexual and gender-based violence against women of ethnic minorities and allowing full enjoyment of their cultural rights and right to education.
- In line with the Terms of Reference for Special Procedures visits, grant unrestricted access to visits from Special Procedures and the High Commissioner.
- Implement the Concluding Observations of CEDAW and CRPD recommending to immediately stop reprisals against human rights defenders, journalists, and individuals belonging to minority groups.
- Adopt a human rights-based approach in its development and cooperation policies.
We wish the delegation every success during its 4th UPR cycle.
Kommol tata and I thank you Mr. President.
