Statement by India during Interactive Dialogue at 4th UPR of Germany during the 44th Session of Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group (6-17 November 2023) delivered by Ambassador Indra Mani Pandey, Permanent Representative of India, Geneva, 9 November 2023
Mr. President,
1. We thank the delegation of Germany for presentation of their National Report.
2. We welcome various measures towards implementation of recommendations emanating from the third UPR.
3. In spirit of constructive engagement, we recommend the following measures:
- Continue to take measures aimed at achieving substantive equality of women and men in all areas where women are underrepresented or disadvantaged;
- Effectively address disproportionate effect of de facto discrimination on children in disadvantaged situations; and
- Conduct a comprehensive review of the policy and legal frameworks, governing police conduct, and step up training of law enforcement officials in order to curb the acts of racial profiling.
4. We wish the delegation of Germany a successful UPR.
I thank you.
