Human Rights Council 49th Session of the Universal Periodic Review – Lao People’s Democratic Republic

Cabinet Papers:

Mr President,

New Zealand warmly welcomes the delegation from Lao People’s Democratic Republic today and acknowledges the country’s ongoing engagement with UN mechanisms including the UPR

New Zealand recommends that Lao PDR:

  1. Continue to strengthen its education system to ensure inclusive and equitable education opportunities for all, including addressing the teacher shortages and improving school facilities.
  2. Review and amend legislation and practices relating to freedom of expression and assembly to fully enable the function of Non-Government Organisations and civil society.
  3. Legislate for the recognition and protection of Indigenous Peoples in Lao PDR.

We thank the delegation for their participation today and wish them a successful review.


Thank you, Mr President.

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