Geneva: During the Human Rights Council session held in Geneva to review Libya’s national report on human rights, several countries applauded Libya’s endeavors to advance human rights, combat impunity, and safeguard vulnerable groups, emphasizing that the progress achieved reflects the state’s commitment and dedication to protecting human dignity.
According to Libyan News Agency, the recommendations monitored during the session came from numerous participating countries, including Mauritius, Mexico, Qatar, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nepal, Nigeria, Norway, the Sultanate of Oman, Pakistan, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Montenegro, South Korea, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Singapore, and Slovakia. Other nations such as Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Palestine, Sudan, Switzerland, Thailand, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, UAE, Uruguay, Yemen, Algeria, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Canada, Chad, China, and Colombia also contributed their insights.
These countries highlighted the significance of Libya’s efforts in the judicial and social domains, urging continued action to bolster the rule of law, protect women’s and children’s rights, and mitigate violence and discrimination in all forms. Additionally, they called for ongoing measures against human trafficking and illegal immigration.
Furthermore, the recommendations emphasized the necessity of developing a robust national legal framework to ensure human rights protection, including safeguarding migrants and minorities, ending arbitrary detentions, and promoting transparency and accountability within state institutions.
The session also recommended that participating countries monitor the implementation of judicial rulings against rights violators and activate legislation aimed at combating violence against women and protecting children, particularly those with disabilities, ensuring their access to education and active societal participation.
Strengthening judicial independence, enhancing the justice system to address cybercrimes, and ensuring legal equality were also underscored. The importance of Libya’s continued engagement with international human rights mechanisms to uphold international standards was highlighted.
Key issues of international concern included improving the state of correctional and rehabilitation facilities, protecting inmate rights, and establishing national mechanisms to monitor human rights implementation. The session also advocated for strengthening family and social awareness programs to curb violence against children and women, launching women’s empowerment initiatives, and supporting their participation in the labor market and public life.
The countries stressed the importance of Libya persisting in its efforts concerning children’s rights, eradicating all forms of discrimination, ensuring access to justice for all, and fortifying the social protection and healthcare systems, aligning with sustainable development goals and enhancing societal stability.
The participating countries concurred that these recommendations are part of supporting Libya’s reform process and enhancing rights and freedoms, contributing to the establishment of a lawful state with robust institutions adhering to international human rights standards.
Today, Libya presented its national report before the Human Rights Council in Geneva, as part of the United Nations’ fourth comprehensive periodic review to evaluate member states’ human rights conditions. The Libyan delegation, led by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, included representatives from the Ministries of Interior, Defense, Social Affairs, Health, and Labor, alongside institutions like the Higher Committee for Childhood, the Social Solidarity Fund, the Media Content Monitoring Authority, and the National Council for Economic Development.