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Concluding Observations, CAT/C/MNG/CO/1, 20 January 2011: Mongolia

Jan 20, 2011

Discrimination and violence against vulnerable groups 25.The Committee is concerned: (a) About reports that there is no comprehensive domestic law against discrimination and that hate crimes and speech is not an offence under the law. The Committee is also concerned...

Concluding Observations, CAT/C/COL/CO/4, 4 May 2010: Colombia

May 4, 2010

Complaints of torture and impunity 11. While there has been an overall reduction in the number of complaints of torture since the last periodic review in 2004, the Committee is concerned that the incidence of torture in the State party remains high and shows specific...

Concluding Observations, CAT/C/MDA/CO/2, 29 March 2010: Republic of Moldova

Mar 29, 2010

Minorities and marginalized groups 27. The Committee notes with concern reports of violence and hatred towards minorities, especially Roma, and other vulnerable groups in the Republic of Moldova, including alleged recent manifestations of hate speech and intolerance...

Concluding Observations, CAT/C/LTU/CO/2,19 January 2009: Lithuania

Jan 19, 2009

4. The Committee notes with satisfaction the ongoing efforts at the State level to reform its legislation, policies and procedures in order to ensure better protection of human rights, including the right not to be subjected to torture and other cruel, inhuman or ...

Concluding Observations, CAT/C/CRI/CO/2, 7 July 2008: Costa Rica

Jul 7, 2008

11. The Committee takes note of the efforts made by the State party to address cases of abuse of authority by border guards and prison staff, including specific recommendations that officials should avoid actions or omissions which violate rights. However, the...