Statement by India during Interactive Dialogue at 4th UPR of Tuvalu during the 44th Session of Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group (6-17 November 2023) delivered by Mr.K.S.Mohammed Hussain, First Secretary, Permanent Mission of India, Geneva, on 8 November 2023
Thank you Mr. Vice President,
1. India warmly welcomes the delegation of Tuvalu and thanks for its National Report.
2. We take note that the new Constitution of Tuvalu came into force on 1st October 2023. We understand from the report that the methodology used in this constitutional review was inclusive to ensure that the constitutional review reached all communities, minority groups, and all sectors in Tuvalu.
3. We also take note that The National Human Rights Institution of Tuvalu Act of 2017 establishes the National Human Rights Institution by extending the functions of the Ombudsman established under the Leadership Code Act 2006.
4. We wish the delegation of Tuvalu success in all its endeavours.
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