UPR53 - Iceland Statement - Tanzania

UPR53 - Tanzania
Thursday 5 November, 14:30-18:00
Statement by Iceland

President,
Iceland welcomes the delegation of the United Republic of Tanzania and its national report.
In the spirit of constructive engagement, Iceland recommends the following:

1.     Ratify the Second Optional Protocol to the ICCPR and abolish the death penalty.

2.     Eradicate Female Genital Mutilation and criminalize all forms of gender-based violence.

3.     Ensure access to dignified sexual and reproductive health services, including safe abortion.

4.     End child marriage by raising the minimum age of marriage to 18 years without exception.

5.     Guarantee pregnant learners’ and adolescent mothers’ right to remain in or return to school

6.     Decriminalize same-sex conduct and relations between consenting adults, including by repealing relevant sections of the Penal code.

7.     Adopt comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation explicitly prohibiting discrimination against persons of diverse SOGIESC.

I wish the United Republic of Tanzania all success for its review.

I thank you.