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a4d81dae-ad9d-4e92-ba56-89ea6c423cbc | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Children",
"Persons living in poverty",
"Persons living in rural areas"
] | [
"Human rights & poverty",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Right to health",
"Economic & political crisis, natural disasters or other emergencies",
"Right to food",
"Human rights & climate change"
] | [
"13.1 - Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related disasters",
"2.1 - Universal access to safe and nutritious food",
"11.5 - Reduce the adverse effects of natural disasters",
"1.2 - Reduce poverty at least by 50%",
"2.2 - End all forms of malnutrition"
] | Right to food 50.While acknowledging that some progress has been made by the State Party in reducing the levels of malnutrition, hunger and food insecurity, including through the implementation of the National Nutrition Strategy (2016–2025) and the corresponding National Plan of Action on Nutrition (2021–2025), the Com... | 50. While acknowledging that some progress has been made by the State Party in reducing the levels of malnutrition, hunger and food insecurity, including through the implementation of the National Nutrition Strategy (2016–2025) and the corresponding National Plan of Action on Nutrition (2021–2025), the Committee is dee... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: a4d81dae-ad9d-4e92-ba56-89ea6c423cbc |
72092467-b5b8-4b6a-b452-12a201eaa3af | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Persons living in rural areas",
"Women & girls"
] | [
"Legal & institutional reform",
"Right to health",
"Economic & political crisis, natural disasters or other emergencies",
"Right to food",
"Safe drinking water & sanitation",
"Land & property rights",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"13.1 - Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related disasters",
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic services, technology and economic resources",
"2.1 - Universal access to safe and nutritious food",
"11.5 - Reduce the adverse effects of natural disasters",
"6.1 - Safe and affordable ... | Right to food 51. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Intensify its efforts to protect the right to adequate food, in order to tackle food insecurity and malnutrition in an effective and comprehensive manner, particularly in the regions most affected by hunger and malnutrition, including by establishing ... | 51. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Intensify its efforts to protect the right to adequate food, in order to tackle food insecurity and malnutrition in an effective and comprehensive manner, particularly in the regions most affected by hunger and malnutrition, including by establishing programmes to ... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 72092467-b5b8-4b6a-b452-12a201eaa3af |
e01de75d-1ef7-4125-b1d6-80693fc0893c | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Children",
"Persons living in poverty",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Women & girls",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Safe drinking water & sanitation"
] | [
"6.2 - End open defecation and provide access to sanitation and hygiene",
"6.1 - Safe and affordable drinking water"
] | Right to water and sanitation 52.The Committee is concerned that the proportion of the population using safely managed drinking water services reached only 17.9 per cent in 2022. | 52. The Committee is concerned that the proportion of the population using safely managed drinking water services reached only 17.9 per cent in 2022. | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: e01de75d-1ef7-4125-b1d6-80693fc0893c |
4a6ce90c-6079-4ea9-a9d4-d47e6bcea8ef | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Persons living in rural areas",
"Vulnerable persons/groups"
] | [
"Data collection & research",
"Safe drinking water & sanitation"
] | [
"6.2 - End open defecation and provide access to sanitation and hygiene",
"6.1 - Safe and affordable drinking water",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Right to water and sanitation 53. The Committee recommends that the State Party substantially increase public investment in the country ’ s water and sanitation systems, in order to provide access to water and sanitation services, particularly in rural areas and for the more vulnerable groups. It also recommends that t... | 53. The Committee recommends that the State Party substantially increase public investment in the country ’ s water and sanitation systems, in order to provide access to water and sanitation services, particularly in rural areas and for the more vulnerable groups. It also recommends that the State Party maintain system... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 4a6ce90c-6079-4ea9-a9d4-d47e6bcea8ef |
2d9bbbc3-47bb-472e-9397-ee481f73afd4 | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Children",
"Persons living in poverty",
"Indigenous peoples",
"Persons living in rural areas",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Right to life",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Right to health",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Right to social security",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"3.2 - End all preventable deaths under 5 years of age",
"3.1 - Reduce maternal mortality",
"9.1 - Develop sustainable, resilient and inclusive infrastructures",
"10.3 - Ensure equal opportunities and end discrimination",
"1.3 - Implement social protection systems",
"3.4 - Reduce mortality from non-commun... | Right to physical and mental health 54.While noting positively the adoption of the Law on Public Health (2023), the National Health Insurance Law and the Health Sector Reform Strategy (2021–2030), as well as the establishment of the National Health Insurance Fund, which have contributed to expanding access to healthcar... | 54. While noting positively the adoption of the Law on Public Health (2023), the National Health Insurance Law and the Health Sector Reform Strategy (2021–2030), as well as the establishment of the National Health Insurance Fund, which have contributed to expanding access to healthcare services and reducing inequalitie... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 2d9bbbc3-47bb-472e-9397-ee481f73afd4 |
57c3d8c3-134c-4656-abe5-509beb32684f | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Children in vulnerable situations (abused, living on the street, institutionalized, indigenous, migrant children etc.)",
"Children",
"Persons living in rural areas",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Right to health",
"Right to social security",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"3.8 - Achieve universal health coverage",
"3.2 - End all preventable deaths under 5 years of age",
"3.1 - Reduce maternal mortality",
"10.3 - Ensure equal opportunities and end discrimination",
"1.3 - Implement social protection systems",
"3.4 - Reduce mortality from non-communicable diseases and promote... | Right to physical and mental health 55. The Committee recommends that the State P arty: (a) Pursue its efforts to allocate sufficient resources to the healthcare sector with a view to guaranteeing and improving the accessibility, availability and quality of healthcare services, including mental healthcare, bearing in m... | 55. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Pursue its efforts to allocate sufficient resources to the healthcare sector with a view to guaranteeing and improving the accessibility, availability and quality of healthcare services, including mental healthcare, bearing in mind the Committee ’ s general comment... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 57c3d8c3-134c-4656-abe5-509beb32684f |
ab52bc14-4f72-42c9-a775-59e9dd82d54d | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Children in vulnerable situations (abused, living on the street, institutionalized, indigenous, migrant children etc.)",
"Children",
"Medical staff / health professionals",
"Persons living in poverty",
"Youth & juveniles",
"Persons living in rural areas",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Women & girls"
... | [
"Human rights & poverty",
"Right to life",
"Right to health",
"Sexual & reproductive health and rights"
] | [
"3.2 - End all preventable deaths under 5 years of age",
"3.1 - Reduce maternal mortality",
"5.2 - End all violence against and exploitation of women",
"3.7 - Universal access to reproductive care, planning and education",
"5.6 - Universal access to reproductive health and rights"
] | Sexual and reproductive health 56.The Committee is concerned about insufficient access to sexual and reproductive health services, in particular in rural areas and for the most disadvantaged and marginalized groups, as well as high rates of teenage pregnancy. It is also concerned that abortion is legal only in cases of... | 56. The Committee is concerned about insufficient access to sexual and reproductive health services, in particular in rural areas and for the most disadvantaged and marginalized groups, as well as high rates of teenage pregnancy. It is also concerned that abortion is legal only in cases of medical complications, rape, ... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: ab52bc14-4f72-42c9-a775-59e9dd82d54d |
362c4fab-aa75-4c1c-b03b-a40eeb0efd04 | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Persons living in poverty",
"Youth & juveniles",
"Indigenous peoples",
"Persons living in rural areas",
"Women & girls",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Human rights & poverty",
"Right to health",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Discrimination against women",
"Sexual & reproductive health and rights"
] | [
"5.1 - End discrimination against women and girls",
"3.8 - Achieve universal health coverage",
"4.5 - No discrimination in education",
"5.2 - End all violence against and exploitation of women",
"3.7 - Universal access to reproductive care, planning and education",
"5.6 - Universal access to reproductive ... | Sexual and reproductive health 57. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Ensure effective and safe access to abortion, at a minimum in cases where the life or health of the pregnant woman or girl is at risk, when the pregnancy results from rape or incest and in cases of severe fetal anomalies rendering the... | 57. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Ensure effective and safe access to abortion, at a minimum in cases where the life or health of the pregnant woman or girl is at risk, when the pregnancy results from rape or incest and in cases of severe fetal anomalies rendering the pregnancy non ‐ viable, and le... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 362c4fab-aa75-4c1c-b03b-a40eeb0efd04 |
a5cae08d-cc31-455e-82f4-c4a20c735dfb | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Children in vulnerable situations (abused, living on the street, institutionalized, indigenous, migrant children etc.)",
"Children",
"Indigenous peoples",
"Educational staff & students",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Women & girls",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based gr... | [
"Freedom of movement",
"Cultural rights",
"Safe drinking water & sanitation",
"Land & property rights",
"Right to education"
] | [
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic services, technology and economic resources",
"6.2 - End open defecation and provide access to sanitation and hygiene",
"4.1 - Free primary and secondary education",
"4.5 - No discrimination in education",
"4.2 - Equal access to quality pre-primary education",
"4.a ... | Right to education 58.While noting that access to preschool and primary education has been improved in the State Party, the Committee is concerned about: (a)The high level of school dropout rates, especially in secondary education and among students belonging to disadvantaged and marginalized groups, in particular ethn... | 58. While noting that access to preschool and primary education has been improved in the State Party, the Committee is concerned about: (a) The high level of school dropout rates, especially in secondary education and among students belonging to disadvantaged and marginalized groups, in particular ethnic minority group... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: a5cae08d-cc31-455e-82f4-c4a20c735dfb |
1492ebf9-7136-4c5e-9ecd-4160e4eb0d5c | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Children in vulnerable situations (abused, living on the street, institutionalized, indigenous, migrant children etc.)",
"Children",
"Indigenous peoples",
"Educational staff & students",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups",
"Military ... | [
"Cultural rights",
"Safe drinking water & sanitation",
"Right to education"
] | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"7.1 - Universal access to modern energy",
"6.2 - End open defecation and provide access to sanitation and hygiene",
"4.1 - Free primary and secondary education",
"4.5 - No discrimination in education",
"4.a - Build and upgrade inclusive a... | Right to education 59. The Committee recommends that the State P arty: (a) Adopt appropriate measures to reduce the school dropout rates at all levels of education, especially at the secondary level and among students belonging to marginalized and disadvantaged groups; (b) Evaluate, adopt and implement adequate measure... | 59. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Adopt appropriate measures to reduce the school dropout rates at all levels of education, especially at the secondary level and among students belonging to marginalized and disadvantaged groups; (b) Evaluate, adopt and implement adequate measures to improve school ... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 1492ebf9-7136-4c5e-9ecd-4160e4eb0d5c |
7d4fe069-5468-41fd-8329-9733e3c50622 | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Public officials"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Ratification of & accession to international instruments"
] | [
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | D.Other recommendations 60. The Committee encourages the State Party to accede to the Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. | 60. The Committee encourages the State Party to accede to the Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 7d4fe069-5468-41fd-8329-9733e3c50622 |
8380c464-821b-4091-bcc3-f28c3fdc13db | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Disappeared persons",
"Children",
"Migrants",
"Women & girls",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Death penalty",
"Children: definition; general principles; protection",
"Enforced disappearances",
"Ratification of & accession to international instruments",
"Prohibition of torture & ill-treatment (including cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment)",
"Civil & political ... | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | D.Other recommendations 61. The Committee recommends that the State P arty consider acceding to the core human rights instruments to which it is not yet a Party, namely the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, the Optional Protocol to the Interna... | 61. The Committee recommends that the State Party consider acceding to the core human rights instruments to which it is not yet a Party, namely the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, the Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Civil ... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 8380c464-821b-4091-bcc3-f28c3fdc13db |
6fc4e705-9979-4da5-967a-34297f258f70 | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Public officials"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Inter-State cooperation and assistance",
"2030 Agenda & other voluntary commitments"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS"
] | D.Other recommendations 62. The Committee also recommends that the State Party take fully into account its obligations under the Covenant and ensure the full enjoyment of the rights enshrined therein in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at the national level, including in the recovery fr... | 62. The Committee also recommends that the State Party take fully into account its obligations under the Covenant and ensure the full enjoyment of the rights enshrined therein in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at the national level, including in the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 6fc4e705-9979-4da5-967a-34297f258f70 |
b536a846-837a-464a-852f-4ba165d3f295 | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Public officials"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Data collection & research"
] | [
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | D.Other recommendations 63. The Committee further recommends that the State Party take steps to progressively develop and apply appropriate indicators on the implementation of economic, social and cultural rights in order to facilitate the assessment of progress achieved by the State Party in complying with its obligat... | 63. The Committee further recommends that the State Party take steps to progressively develop and apply appropriate indicators on the implementation of economic, social and cultural rights in order to facilitate the assessment of progress achieved by the State Party in complying with its obligations under the Covenant ... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: b536a846-837a-464a-852f-4ba165d3f295 |
3220272c-5e5d-4851-9383-3c4c8fe3d888 | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Civil society",
"Public officials"
] | [
"Cooperation & consultation with civil society",
"Cooperation & Follow up with Treaty Bodies",
"Human rights education, trainings & awareness raising"
] | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making"
] | D.Other recommendations 64. The Committee requests that the State Party disseminate the present concluding observations widely at all levels of society, including at the national, provincial and district levels, in particular among parliamentarians, public officials and judicial authorities, and that it inform the Comm... | 64. The Committee requests that the State Party disseminate the present concluding observations widely at all levels of society, including at the national, provincial and district levels, in particular among parliamentarians, public officials and judicial authorities, and that it inform the Committee in its next period... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 3220272c-5e5d-4851-9383-3c4c8fe3d888 |
8835a4b6-ce58-48e2-af2d-a7625b72c242 | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Children"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights",
"Rights related to marriage & family",
"Cooperation & Follow up with Treaty Bodies",
"Children: definition; general principles; protection",
"Right to food"
] | [
"2.1 - Universal access to safe and nutritious food",
"5.3 - Eliminate forced marriages and genital mutilation",
"2.2 - End all forms of malnutrition",
"12.6 - Encourage sustainable practices for companies"
] | D.Other recommendations 65. In accordance with the procedure on follow-up to concluding observations adopted by the Committee, the State Party is requested to provide, within 24 months of the adoption of the present concluding observations ( 30 September 202 7), information on the implementation of the recommendations ... | 65. In accordance with the procedure on follow-up to concluding observations adopted by the Committee, the State Party is requested to provide, within 24 months of the adoption of the present concluding observations ( 30 September 202 7), information on the implementation of the recommendations contained in paragraphs ... | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 8835a4b6-ce58-48e2-af2d-a7625b72c242 |
8fac6d68-737d-434e-a548-d4fb3799d591 | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Lao People's Democratic Republic"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Public officials"
] | [
"Cooperation & Follow up with Treaty Bodies"
] | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | D.Other recommendations 66. The Committee requests the State Party to submit its second periodic report in accordance with article 16 of the Covenant by 30 September 2030, unless otherwise notified as a result of a change in the review cycle. In accordance with General Assembly resolution 68/268, the word limit for the... | 66. The Committee requests the State Party to submit its second periodic report in accordance with article 16 of the Covenant by 30 September 2030, unless otherwise notified as a result of a change in the review cycle. In accordance with General Assembly resolution 68/268, the word limit for the report is 21,200 words. | CESCR | Lao People's Democratic Republic | E/C.12/LAO/CO/1 | 2025 | DocumentId: a22a9abd-faa0-4602-a514-f888e66b639a | AnnotationId: 8fac6d68-737d-434e-a548-d4fb3799d591 |
c8868878-8e3c-4414-8c67-306ec6bd3a0a | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Persons living in poverty",
"Women & girls"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights",
"Human rights & poverty",
"Advancement of women",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Discrimination against women",
"Right to an adequate standard of living"
] | [
"5.c - Adopt policies and enforce legislation for gender equality",
"8.5 - Full employment and decent work with equal pay",
"1.2 - Reduce poverty at least by 50%",
"12.6 - Encourage sustainable practices for companies"
] | B.Positive aspects 3.The Committee notes the adoption of important measures by the State Party to advance the enjoyment of economic, social and cultural rights, including the significant increase in the statutory minimum wage in 2022 and its indexation to inflation, together with the adoption of a national programme on... | 3. The Committee notes the adoption of important measures by the State Party to advance the enjoyment of economic, social and cultural rights, including the significant increase in the statutory minimum wage in 2022 and its indexation to inflation, together with the adoption of a national programme on poverty reduction... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: c8868878-8e3c-4414-8c67-306ec6bd3a0a |
87f1f064-e34b-479f-b7f4-78ea2a897c5d | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Data collection & research"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | Implementation of the Covenant across all the constituent countries of the Kingdom 4.The Committee notes the State Party’s governance structure, which comprises four autonomous countries, Aruba, Curaçao, the Netherlands and Sint Maarten, and three public bodies in the Caribbean (Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba). It is... | 4. The Committee notes the State Party’s governance structure, which comprises four autonomous countries, Aruba, Curaçao, the Netherlands and Sint Maarten, and three public bodies in the Caribbean (Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba). It is concerned about persistent disparities in the enjoyment of economic, social and c... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 87f1f064-e34b-479f-b7f4-78ea2a897c5d |
0ac55319-6e44-48b2-9e21-c6be2df47c1b | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Civil society",
"Persons living in poverty"
] | [
"Human rights & poverty",
"Legal & institutional reform",
"Cooperation & consultation with civil society",
"Data collection & research",
"Right to social security",
"Right to an adequate standard of living"
] | [
"3.8 - Achieve universal health coverage",
"1.2 - Reduce poverty at least by 50%",
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing",
"1 - NO POVERTY",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"1.3 - Implement social protection systems"
] | Implementation of the Covenant across all the constituent countries of the Kingdom 5. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Take effective measures to reduce disparities in poverty rates and access to social security, including social benefits, housing, healthcare and utility costs between the European par... | 5. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Take effective measures to reduce disparities in poverty rates and access to social security, including social benefits, housing, healthcare and utility costs between the European part and the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands; (b) Ensure that Covenan... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 0ac55319-6e44-48b2-9e21-c6be2df47c1b |
61591c45-0726-4a0d-95a1-203b8d5be7ed | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Ratification of & accession to international instruments",
"Civil & political rights - general measures of implementation"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | Domestic application of the Covenant 6.The Committee notes the steps taken to enhance the consideration of rights covered by the Covenant in the legislative process, including the ongoing development of a manual to ensure that economic, social and cultural rights are taken into consideration in policymaking. It remains... | 6. The Committee notes the steps taken to enhance the consideration of rights covered by the Covenant in the legislative process, including the ongoing development of a manual to ensure that economic, social and cultural rights are taken into consideration in policymaking. It remains concerned, however, about the low l... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 61591c45-0726-4a0d-95a1-203b8d5be7ed |
f9557654-351b-495b-bd9d-f8a7beed6dbd | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Public officials",
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Cooperation & Follow up with Treaty Bodies",
"Human rights education, trainings & awareness raising",
"Access to justice & remedy",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Ratification of & accession to international instruments",
"Civil & political rights - general measures of implementation"
] | [
"16.3 - Promote the rule of law and access to justice for all"
] | Domestic application of the Covenant 7. Recalling its 2010 and 2017 recommendations, the Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Ensure that the provisions of the Covenant are given full effect in its domestic legal order, including through incorporation into national legislation, so that rights covered by the C... | 7. Recalling its 2010 and 2017 recommendations, the Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Ensure that the provisions of the Covenant are given full effect in its domestic legal order, including through incorporation into national legislation, so that rights covered by the Covenant may be directly invoked and a... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: f9557654-351b-495b-bd9d-f8a7beed6dbd |
f741e4f6-86a0-4748-963f-c2dda13ebce8 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"National Human Rights Institution (NHRI)",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"16.a - Strong institutions to prevent violence, terrorism and crime"
] | National human rights institutions 8.The Committee welcomes the recent appointment of the first Ombudsman of Aruba, which represents a significant step in strengthening accountability across the Kingdom. It is concerned, however, that no national human rights institutions have yet been established in Curaçao and Sint M... | 8. The Committee welcomes the recent appointment of the first Ombudsman of Aruba, which represents a significant step in strengthening accountability across the Kingdom. It is concerned, however, that no national human rights institutions have yet been established in Curaçao and Sint Maarten and that gaps remain in the... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: f741e4f6-86a0-4748-963f-c2dda13ebce8 |
25a48544-b134-4442-9d45-b9fc11c5b9ef | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"National Human Rights Institution (NHRI)",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"16.a - Strong institutions to prevent violence, terrorism and crime",
"16.3 - Promote the rule of law and access to justice for all"
] | National human rights institutions 9. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Expedite the adoption of the pending bill to enable the Netherlands Institute for Human Rights to make rulings on discrimination complaints concerning the Caribbean Netherlands; (b) Establish, without delay, national human rights i... | 9. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Expedite the adoption of the pending bill to enable the Netherlands Institute for Human Rights to make rulings on discrimination complaints concerning the Caribbean Netherlands; (b) Establish, without delay, national human rights institutions in Curaçao and Sint Maa... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 25a48544-b134-4442-9d45-b9fc11c5b9ef |
565dd0b6-0ea8-4ac4-9a13-5fba11cd0dd3 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Economic policy and foreign debt",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"16.4 - Combat organized crime and illicit financial and arms flows"
] | Maximum available resources 10.The Committee is concerned about the concentration of wealth in the State Party, the persistence of inequality and reports that the State Party continues to be listed as a jurisdiction that facilitates tax evasion and profit-shifting. It welcomes some measures taken by the State Party to ... | 10. The Committee is concerned about the concentration of wealth in the State Party, the persistence of inequality and reports that the State Party continues to be listed as a jurisdiction that facilitates tax evasion and profit-shifting. It welcomes some measures taken by the State Party to strengthen financial oversi... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 565dd0b6-0ea8-4ac4-9a13-5fba11cd0dd3 |
9cf4ce69-5fe8-442b-bd5c-c6878569d062 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Vulnerable persons/groups"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights",
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Economic policy and foreign debt",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"16.4 - Combat organized crime and illicit financial and arms flows",
"12.6 - Encourage sustainable practices for companies",
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | Maximum available resources 11. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Conduct a comprehensive and participatory assessment of the effects of its fiscal policies on the enjoyment of rights covered by the Covenant, particularly by disadvantaged and marginalized groups; (b) Adopt a more progressive and social... | 11. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Conduct a comprehensive and participatory assessment of the effects of its fiscal policies on the enjoyment of rights covered by the Covenant, particularly by disadvantaged and marginalized groups; (b) Adopt a more progressive and socially just fiscal policy, inclu... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 9cf4ce69-5fe8-442b-bd5c-c6878569d062 |
1ad3336c-97eb-4626-b564-c42ab39f04b7 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS"
] | Obligations of a State Party under the Covenant as a member of international financial institutions 12.The Committee is concerned that the State Party, as a member of international financial institutions such as the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, has not taken sufficient steps to ensure that the condit... | 12. The Committee is concerned that the State Party, as a member of international financial institutions such as the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, has not taken sufficient steps to ensure that the conditionalities that those institutions attach to loans and debt servicing do not result in unjustified ... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 1ad3336c-97eb-4626-b564-c42ab39f04b7 |
93929359-17a8-4ec8-9908-dc2f4d57017a | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Vulnerable persons/groups"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Economic policy and foreign debt"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | Obligations of a State Party under the Covenant as a member of international financial institutions 13. The Committee recommends that the State Party make every effort to ensure that the international financial institutions of which it is a member do not attach unsustainable loan conditionalities or impose excessive de... | 13. The Committee recommends that the State Party make every effort to ensure that the international financial institutions of which it is a member do not attach unsustainable loan conditionalities or impose excessive debt-servicing burdens that would undermine the capacity of borrowing States, particularly developing ... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 93929359-17a8-4ec8-9908-dc2f4d57017a |
bf211b20-d3da-4f29-9a2d-da81296a7a29 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Migrants"
] | [
"Inter-State cooperation and assistance"
] | [
"10.7 - Responsible and well-managed migration policies",
"17.2 - Implement all development assistance commitments"
] | Official development assistance and international cooperation 14.The Committee notes with appreciation the State Party’s long-standing commitment to international cooperation. It is, however, concerned that the State Party’s official development assistance (ODA) has declined in recent years and is currently below the U... | 14. The Committee notes with appreciation the State Party’s long-standing commitment to international cooperation. It is, however, concerned that the State Party’s official development assistance (ODA) has declined in recent years and is currently below the United Nations ODA target. It is also concerned that the reori... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: bf211b20-d3da-4f29-9a2d-da81296a7a29 |
a81fbd3d-87e6-40aa-bec9-df5670e88aed | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Migrants"
] | [
"Inter-State cooperation and assistance",
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation"
] | [
"10.7 - Responsible and well-managed migration policies",
"17.2 - Implement all development assistance commitments"
] | Official development assistance and international cooperation 15. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Take all measures necessary to progressively increase its ODA to reach at least 0.7 per cent of gross national income, in line with the United Nations ODA target; (b) Ensure that development cooperation ... | 15. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Take all measures necessary to progressively increase its ODA to reach at least 0.7 per cent of gross national income, in line with the United Nations ODA target; (b) Ensure that development cooperation is firmly grounded in a human rights-based approach, including... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: a81fbd3d-87e6-40aa-bec9-df5670e88aed |
b8300944-3d6c-4930-bfaf-191317e368ef | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Women & girls"
] | [
"Right to food",
"Land & property rights"
] | [
"2.1 - Universal access to safe and nutritious food",
"16.2 - Protect children from abuse, exploitation, trafficking and violence"
] | Extraterritorial obligations 16.The Committee is concerned about reports that arms exports from the State Party to Israel and other commercial engagements may contribute to gross and systematic human rights violations in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, in particular in the Gaza Strip. The Committee is also concerne... | 16. The Committee is concerned about reports that arms exports from the State Party to Israel and other commercial engagements may contribute to gross and systematic human rights violations in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, in particular in the Gaza Strip. The Committee is also concerned about conditionalities bei... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: b8300944-3d6c-4930-bfaf-191317e368ef |
716f7fd5-6afb-47cc-88c0-c57eb9afe208 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights",
"Right to health",
"International criminal & humanitarian law (including crimes against humanity, war crimes, genocide)",
"Right to food",
"Safe drinking water & sanitation",
"Right to adequate housing"
] | [
"2.1 - Universal access to safe and nutritious food",
"6.2 - End open defecation and provide access to sanitation and hygiene",
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing",
"6.1 - Safe and affordable drinking water",
"12.6 - Encourage sustainable practices for companies"
] | Extraterritorial obligations 17. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Ensure that its arms export controls and licensing decisions are fully consistent with its obligations under the Covenant, in particular, urgently take all measures necessary to ensure a complete ban, and the effective implementation th... | 17. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Ensure that its arms export controls and licensing decisions are fully consistent with its obligations under the Covenant, in particular, urgently take all measures necessary to ensure a complete ban, and the effective implementation thereof, on the export and tran... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 716f7fd5-6afb-47cc-88c0-c57eb9afe208 |
da31c039-038d-4ea0-9e32-1b147df4b1e3 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights"
] | [
"12.6 - Encourage sustainable practices for companies"
] | Business and human rights 18.The Committee welcomes the State Party’s commitment to adopting a binding regulation for business and human rights to transpose the European Union Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive into national law. The transposition should be done in order to have a regulatory framework req... | 18. The Committee welcomes the State Party’s commitment to adopting a binding regulation for business and human rights to transpose the European Union Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive into national law. The transposition should be done in order to have a regulatory framework requiring all business enter... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: da31c039-038d-4ea0-9e32-1b147df4b1e3 |
e1d07883-74ca-4a5f-8459-c8dda80a5f58 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Civil society",
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights",
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Cooperation & consultation with civil society",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Access to justice & remedy",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
... | [
"4.7 - Education for sustainable development and global citizenship",
"12.6 - Encourage sustainable practices for companies",
"16.3 - Promote the rule of law and access to justice for all"
] | Business and human rights 19. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Expedite the adoption of binding legislation on human rights due diligence, covering all business enterprises domiciled in its jurisdiction and entities under their control, across their domestic and overseas operations and supply chains; ... | 19. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Expedite the adoption of binding legislation on human rights due diligence, covering all business enterprises domiciled in its jurisdiction and entities under their control, across their domestic and overseas operations and supply chains; (b) Strengthen judicial an... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: e1d07883-74ca-4a5f-8459-c8dda80a5f58 |
ebd6007e-206f-4487-be20-6184327692e9 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Vulnerable persons/groups"
] | [
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Human rights & counter-terrorism",
"Human rights & the environment",
"Human rights & climate change"
] | [
"13.1 - Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related disasters",
"12.2 - Sustainable management and use of natural resources"
] | Climate change 20.The Committee is concerned that the State Party may not meet its greenhouse gas reduction targets, particularly in the light of recent postponements of measures to combat climate change. It is also concerned that the State Party’s human rights obligations are not consistently integrated into its clima... | 20. The Committee is concerned that the State Party may not meet its greenhouse gas reduction targets, particularly in the light of recent postponements of measures to combat climate change. It is also concerned that the State Party’s human rights obligations are not consistently integrated into its climate and environ... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: ebd6007e-206f-4487-be20-6184327692e9 |
1f1722a9-a5d4-41cc-80b3-45f39088cc97 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Persons living in poverty"
] | [
"Inter-State cooperation and assistance",
"Human rights & the environment",
"Economic & political crisis, natural disasters or other emergencies",
"Human rights & climate change",
"Safe drinking water & sanitation",
"Right to adequate housing"
] | [
"13.1 - Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related disasters",
"11.5 - Reduce the adverse effects of natural disasters",
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing",
"12.6 - Encourage sustainable practices for companies"
] | Climate change 21. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Take all measures necessary to meet its nationally determined contributions under the Paris Agreement and align its climate policies with its obligations under the Covenant; (b) Implement its international obligations of assistance and development co... | 21. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Take all measures necessary to meet its nationally determined contributions under the Paris Agreement and align its climate policies with its obligations under the Covenant; (b) Implement its international obligations of assistance and development cooperation to pr... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 1f1722a9-a5d4-41cc-80b3-45f39088cc97 |
74ed6a0e-6420-4d02-a4b8-88e830155c50 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Good governance & corruption",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans"
] | [
"16.5 - Reduce corruption and bribery"
] | Corruption 22.The Committee is concerned about reports of gaps in the enforcement of measures to combat corruption and the absence of a comprehensive and unified national strategy against corruption (art. 2 (1)). | 22. The Committee is concerned about reports of gaps in the enforcement of measures to combat corruption and the absence of a comprehensive and unified national strategy against corruption (art. 2 (1)). | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 74ed6a0e-6420-4d02-a4b8-88e830155c50 |
b459dc77-1e59-464a-aef4-cf557c9c0be3 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors",
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Good governance & corruption",
"Legal & institutional reform",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"16.5 - Reduce corruption and bribery",
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | Corruption 23. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Adopt a comprehensive national anti-corruption strategy with clear objectives, timelines and monitoring mechanisms and ensure effective accountability and sanctions for corruption-related offences; (b) Ensure the independence, coordination and adequate r... | 23. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Adopt a comprehensive national anti-corruption strategy with clear objectives, timelines and monitoring mechanisms and ensure effective accountability and sanctions for corruption-related offences; (b) Ensure the independence, coordination and adequate resourcing o... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: b459dc77-1e59-464a-aef4-cf557c9c0be3 |
81b586fe-9fda-4a55-9ab1-bcb45f8c5f43 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Migrants",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Data collection & research"
] | [
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"10.3 - Ensure equal opportunities and end discrimination"
] | Data collection 24.The Committee welcomes the establishment of the National Statistical System Commission in Aruba and ongoing efforts to improve data collection in the Caribbean Netherlands, Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten. The Committee remains concerned, however, that disaggregated data on the enjoyment of rights co... | 24. The Committee welcomes the establishment of the National Statistical System Commission in Aruba and ongoing efforts to improve data collection in the Caribbean Netherlands, Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten. The Committee remains concerned, however, that disaggregated data on the enjoyment of rights covered by the Co... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 81b586fe-9fda-4a55-9ab1-bcb45f8c5f43 |
d12a726b-2cd2-4123-8b5c-141b2a4478df | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Migrants",
"Persons living in rural areas",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Legal & institutional reform",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Cooperation with international organizations",
"Data collection & research",
"Budg... | [
"16.a - Strong institutions to prevent violence, terrorism and crime",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"10.3 - Ensure equal opportunities and end discrimination"
] | Data collection 25. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Expedite the adoption and implementation of a comprehensive equality data strategy, ensuring sufficient financial, human and technical resources; (b) Strengthen statistical systems in the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to ensure th... | 25. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Expedite the adoption and implementation of a comprehensive equality data strategy, ensuring sufficient financial, human and technical resources; (b) Strengthen statistical systems in the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to ensure the availability o... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: d12a726b-2cd2-4123-8b5c-141b2a4478df |
414c64e8-27f0-41de-ba7b-abba26acf0f4 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Refugees & asylum seekers",
"Migrants",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups",
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Legal & institutional reform",
"Human rights education, trainings & awareness raising",
"Racial discrimination",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Right to social security",
"Land & property rights",
"Right to adequate housing"
] | [
"10.7 - Responsible and well-managed migration policies",
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic services, technology and economic resources",
"4.7 - Education for sustainable development and global citizenship",
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing",
"10.3 - Ensure equal opportunities and end discriminatio... | Non-discrimination 26.The Committee welcomes the legal and policy measures adopted to combat discrimination, including the amendment of the Penal Code to increase penalties for hate speech, the activities of the Netherlands Institute for Human Rights to address discrimination cases and the launch of public awareness ca... | 26. The Committee welcomes the legal and policy measures adopted to combat discrimination, including the amendment of the Penal Code to increase penalties for hate speech, the activities of the Netherlands Institute for Human Rights to address discrimination cases and the launch of public awareness campaigns to promote... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 414c64e8-27f0-41de-ba7b-abba26acf0f4 |
53a71fa3-af2f-44ee-9de5-0056c292ea0d | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Refugees & asylum seekers",
"Migrants",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Legal & institutional reform",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Racial discrimination",
"Right to health",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"National Human Rights Institution (NHRI)... | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"16.a - Strong institutions to prevent violence, terrorism and crime",
"10.7 - Responsible and well-managed migration policies",
"3.8 - Achieve universal health coverage",
"5.c - Adopt policies and enforce legislation for gender equality",
... | Non-discrimination 27. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Amend anti-discrimination legislation to explicitly include socioeconomic status and multiple and intersectional discrimination as prohibited grounds, and ensure the equal protection of all individuals from discrimination in both the public and t... | 27. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Amend anti-discrimination legislation to explicitly include socioeconomic status and multiple and intersectional discrimination as prohibited grounds, and ensure the equal protection of all individuals from discrimination in both the public and the private spheres;... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 53a71fa3-af2f-44ee-9de5-0056c292ea0d |
5a7b6922-51f3-4f12-8a94-4973853b62a7 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Women & girls"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Advancement of women",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Economic policy and foreign debt",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Right to participate in public affairs & right to vote",
"Participation of women in political & public life",
"Discrimination again... | [
"5.1 - End discrimination against women and girls",
"8.5 - Full employment and decent work with equal pay",
"5.5 - Equal opportunities and participation in leadership"
] | Equality between men and women 28.The Committee welcomes the adoption of a quota system for company boards, the increase of childcare allowances and the extension, in 2022, of leave for non-birth parents to nine weeks of partially paid leave. It also notes positively the adoption of a draft bill to implement the Europe... | 28. The Committee welcomes the adoption of a quota system for company boards, the increase of childcare allowances and the extension, in 2022, of leave for non-birth parents to nine weeks of partially paid leave. It also notes positively the adoption of a draft bill to implement the European Union Pay Transparency Dire... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 5a7b6922-51f3-4f12-8a94-4973853b62a7 |
5367f022-5051-4261-8c39-2fa1a7910247 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Older persons",
"Women & girls",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Children: definition; general principles; protection",
"Data collection & research",
"Participation of women in political & public life",
"Discrimination against women"
] | [
"5.1 - End discrimination against women and girls",
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"8.5 - Full employment and decent work with equal pay",
"5.5 - Equal opportunities and participation in leadership"
] | Equality between men and women 29. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Accelerate efforts to close the gender pay gap by fully implementing the European Union Pay Transparency Directive, introducing mandatory transparency measures and reviewing job classification and valuation systems; (b) Take targeted ... | 29. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Accelerate efforts to close the gender pay gap by fully implementing the European Union Pay Transparency Directive, introducing mandatory transparency measures and reviewing job classification and valuation systems; (b) Take targeted measures to address occupationa... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 5367f022-5051-4261-8c39-2fa1a7910247 |
82e8a2eb-9513-48c8-8cef-d1af8015b3be | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Refugees & asylum seekers",
"Migrants",
"Women & girls",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Discrimination against women"
] | [
"8.5 - Full employment and decent work with equal pay",
"10.3 - Ensure equal opportunities and end discrimination"
] | Right to work 30.The Committee remains concerned about persistent inequalities in access to employment, including the overrepresentation of women in part-time and low-paid jobs, and structural discrimination against ethnic minorities, migrants, refugees and asylum-seekers. It is also concerned about the limited progres... | 30. The Committee remains concerned about persistent inequalities in access to employment, including the overrepresentation of women in part-time and low-paid jobs, and structural discrimination against ethnic minorities, migrants, refugees and asylum-seekers. It is also concerned about the limited progress made in rec... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 82e8a2eb-9513-48c8-8cef-d1af8015b3be |
5d1f49d8-3692-4536-84c0-58a79a8b738a | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Refugees & asylum seekers",
"Migrants",
"Women & girls",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Legal & institutional reform",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Persons with disabilities: independence, inclusion",
"Participation of women in political & public life",
"Discrimination against women"
] | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"10.7 - Responsible and well-managed migration policies",
"8.5 - Full employment and decent work with equal pay",
"5.5 - Equal opportunities and participation in leadership"
] | Right to work 31. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Review its employment policies to address the root causes of unemployment, focusing on women, ethnic minorities and persons with disabilities, and incorporate measures to overcome the structural and institutional barriers hindering their access to the... | 31. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Review its employment policies to address the root causes of unemployment, focusing on women, ethnic minorities and persons with disabilities, and incorporate measures to overcome the structural and institutional barriers hindering their access to the labour market... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 5d1f49d8-3692-4536-84c0-58a79a8b738a |
ea9965e9-4bef-4ad3-bda0-9fca65697c1d | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Domestic workers",
"Social workers"
] | [
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Right to health",
"Right to social security",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"8.8 - Universal labour rights and safe working environments",
"10.4 - Adopt fiscal and social policies that promote equality"
] | Right to just and favourable conditions of work 32.The Committee welcomes measures to strengthen occupational health and safety policies and the State Party’s commitment to achieving zero annual workplace deaths by 2040. The Committee remains concerned, however, about the high prevalence of precarious employment, with ... | 32. The Committee welcomes measures to strengthen occupational health and safety policies and the State Party’s commitment to achieving zero annual workplace deaths by 2040. The Committee remains concerned, however, about the high prevalence of precarious employment, with nearly 40 per cent of the workforce engaged in ... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: ea9965e9-4bef-4ad3-bda0-9fca65697c1d |
42407713-b44c-4a06-8811-8994c640423c | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Domestic workers",
"Social workers"
] | [
"Human rights education, trainings & awareness raising",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Right to health",
"Right to social security",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)",
"Right to an adequate standard of living"
] | [
"8.8 - Universal labour rights and safe working environments",
"10.4 - Adopt fiscal and social policies that promote equality",
"8.5 - Full employment and decent work with equal pay"
] | Right to just and favourable conditions of work 33. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Take stronger measures to limit the excessive use of temporary and flexible contracts and ensure that workers in non-standard forms of employment, including platform workers and self-employed persons, are guaranteed a... | 33. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Take stronger measures to limit the excessive use of temporary and flexible contracts and ensure that workers in non-standard forms of employment, including platform workers and self-employed persons, are guaranteed adequate social protection; (b) Ensure that minim... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 42407713-b44c-4a06-8811-8994c640423c |
152a33c0-5e79-4b09-8a90-5266e4973324 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Refugees & asylum seekers",
"Civil society",
"Migrants",
"Vulnerable persons/groups"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Cooperation & consultation with civil society",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Right to social security",
"Right to education",
"Right to adequate housing"
] | [
"8.8 - Universal labour rights and safe working environments",
"8.5 - Full employment and decent work with equal pay",
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing",
"8.7 - End modern slavery, trafficking and child labour",
"1.3 - Implement social protection systems"
] | Migrant workers, refugees and asylum-seekers 34.The Committee welcomes the funding of FairWork, a civil society organization supporting workers in claiming unpaid wages, the opening of physical and mobile information points, the development of legislation to strengthen the monitoring of temporary employment agencies an... | 34. The Committee welcomes the funding of FairWork, a civil society organization supporting workers in claiming unpaid wages, the opening of physical and mobile information points, the development of legislation to strengthen the monitoring of temporary employment agencies and the lifting of restrictions on asylum-seek... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 152a33c0-5e79-4b09-8a90-5266e4973324 |
d430923a-5548-46b9-8436-b9cdfe0a8c40 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Refugees & asylum seekers",
"Migrants"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Access to justice & remedy",
"Right to adequate housing",
"Right to an adequate standard of living"
] | [
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic services, technology and economic resources",
"8.8 - Universal labour rights and safe working environments",
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing"
] | Migrant workers, refugees and asylum-seekers 35. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Ensure effective protection of the economic, social and cultural rights of all migrants, asylum-seekers and refugees, regardless of status, in line with article 2 (2) of the Covenant; (b) Strengthen labour inspections, s... | 35. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Ensure effective protection of the economic, social and cultural rights of all migrants, asylum-seekers and refugees, regardless of status, in line with article 2 (2) of the Covenant; (b) Strengthen labour inspections, separate them from migration control functions... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: d430923a-5548-46b9-8436-b9cdfe0a8c40 |
a27ccf17-84c2-4e73-a2d8-c421e74e5edf | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Human rights defenders & activists"
] | [
"Trade union rights"
] | [
"8.8 - Universal labour rights and safe working environments",
"16.10 - Ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms"
] | Trade union rights 36.The Committee notes with appreciation the State Party’s tradition of social dialogue and tripartite consultation, as well as ongoing discussions with trade unions to strengthen collective labour agreements. The Committee remains concerned, however, about reports of restrictions on the right to str... | 36. The Committee notes with appreciation the State Party’s tradition of social dialogue and tripartite consultation, as well as ongoing discussions with trade unions to strengthen collective labour agreements. The Committee remains concerned, however, about reports of restrictions on the right to strike and collective... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: a27ccf17-84c2-4e73-a2d8-c421e74e5edf |
fc623c26-70b1-45ec-8b99-9afddef4d1b9 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Human rights defenders & activists",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Freedom of association",
"Access to justice & remedy",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Trade union rights"
] | [
"8.8 - Universal labour rights and safe working environments",
"16.10 - Ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms"
] | Trade union rights 37. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Ensure that all workers, including those in precarious and non-standard forms of employment, can fully exercise their rights to freedom of association, collective bargaining and strike action, without undue restrictions; (b) Review and, where nec... | 37. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Ensure that all workers, including those in precarious and non-standard forms of employment, can fully exercise their rights to freedom of association, collective bargaining and strike action, without undue restrictions; (b) Review and, where necessary, amend legis... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: fc623c26-70b1-45ec-8b99-9afddef4d1b9 |
3997978e-b4eb-4850-9ad9-5abd8937abb4 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Migrants",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Racial discrimination",
"Right to social security",
"Right to an adequate standard of living"
] | [
"10.3 - Ensure equal opportunities and end discrimination",
"1.3 - Implement social protection systems"
] | Right to social security 38.The Committee welcomes the State Party’s comprehensive social security system and commends the significant reforms introduced to make it more human-centred. The Committee remains concerned, however, about the complexity of the benefits system and its disproportionate impact on disadvantaged ... | 38. The Committee welcomes the State Party’s comprehensive social security system and commends the significant reforms introduced to make it more human-centred. The Committee remains concerned, however, about the complexity of the benefits system and its disproportionate impact on disadvantaged groups, including migran... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 3997978e-b4eb-4850-9ad9-5abd8937abb4 |
255467cc-adcf-44cc-a428-db384cf48a1e | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Racial discrimination",
"Children: definition; general principles; protection",
"2030 Agenda & other voluntary commitments",
"Right to social security"
] | [
"10.4 - Adopt fiscal and social policies that promote equality",
"8.5 - Full employment and decent work with equal pay",
"10.3 - Ensure equal opportunities and end discrimination",
"1.3 - Implement social protection systems"
] | Right to social security 39. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Simplify and streamline its social security system to ensure accessibility and prevent excessive administrative burdens on beneficiaries; (b) Ensure that all social security benefits are adequate, accessible and non ‑ discriminatory and tha... | 39. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Simplify and streamline its social security system to ensure accessibility and prevent excessive administrative burdens on beneficiaries; (b) Ensure that all social security benefits are adequate, accessible and non ‐ discriminatory and that they are regularly adju... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 255467cc-adcf-44cc-a428-db384cf48a1e |
98804539-f812-4d0d-8cfa-99b18e4ae30c | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Youth & juveniles",
"Women & girls"
] | [
"Violence against women",
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Support to victims & witnesses",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Children: definition; general principles; protection",
"Sexual & gender-based violence",
"Discrimination against women"
] | [
"5.2 - End all violence against and exploitation of women"
] | Protection of the family and children 40.The Committee welcomes the measures taken by the State Party to strengthen family protection, including the adoption of a national action plan on femicide. The Committee remains concerned, however, about the absence of a comprehensive national action plan on gender-based and dom... | 40. The Committee welcomes the measures taken by the State Party to strengthen family protection, including the adoption of a national action plan on femicide. The Committee remains concerned, however, about the absence of a comprehensive national action plan on gender-based and domestic violence, the insufficient numb... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 98804539-f812-4d0d-8cfa-99b18e4ae30c |
2cb49d7c-4f99-477f-b754-351f31621de0 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Youth & juveniles",
"Women & girls"
] | [
"Violence against women",
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Rule of law & impunity",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Children: definition; general principles; protection",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Sexual & gender-based violence",
"Bud... | [
"5.2 - End all violence against and exploitation of women"
] | Protection of the family and children 41. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Adopt a comprehensive national action plan on gender-based and domestic violence, taking into account existing actions and the new action plan on femicide, ensuring that it addresses all forms of violence, including economic an... | 41. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Adopt a comprehensive national action plan on gender-based and domestic violence, taking into account existing actions and the new action plan on femicide, ensuring that it addresses all forms of violence, including economic and digital violence, and provide adequa... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 2cb49d7c-4f99-477f-b754-351f31621de0 |
69bab840-3818-4ade-9728-66127f235751 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Persons living in poverty",
"Migrants"
] | [
"Human rights & poverty",
"Right to food",
"Right to education",
"Right to an adequate standard of living"
] | [
"2.1 - Universal access to safe and nutritious food",
"1.2 - Reduce poverty at least by 50%",
"2.2 - End all forms of malnutrition"
] | Right to an adequate standard of living 42.The Committee welcomes the significant progress made by the State Party in reducing overall poverty, with the national poverty rate falling from 7 per cent in 2018 to 3 per cent in 2023, as well as the introduction of free school breakfast programmes. The Committee remains con... | 42. The Committee welcomes the significant progress made by the State Party in reducing overall poverty, with the national poverty rate falling from 7 per cent in 2018 to 3 per cent in 2023, as well as the introduction of free school breakfast programmes. The Committee remains concerned, however, that poverty rates rem... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 69bab840-3818-4ade-9728-66127f235751 |
7647cfca-608c-489f-8060-20198a7d459d | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Persons living in poverty",
"Migrants",
"Vulnerable persons/groups"
] | [
"Human rights & poverty",
"Legal & institutional reform",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Children: definition; general principles; protection",
"Right to health",
"Right to food",
"Data collection & research",
"Safe drinking water & sanitation",
"Ri... | [
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic services, technology and economic resources",
"2.1 - Universal access to safe and nutritious food",
"1.2 - Reduce poverty at least by 50%",
"2.2 - End all forms of malnutrition",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Right to an adequate standard of living 43. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Develop a multidimensional poverty measurement tool, covering all the constituent countries of the Kingdom, including the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, to better identify disadvantaged groups and guide tar... | 43. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Develop a multidimensional poverty measurement tool, covering all the constituent countries of the Kingdom, including the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, to better identify disadvantaged groups and guide targeted policy responses; (b) Intensify ef... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 7647cfca-608c-489f-8060-20198a7d459d |
d676cf98-c653-459d-819f-c116d64638fb | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Persons living in poverty"
] | [
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Right to adequate housing"
] | [
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing"
] | Right to adequate housing 44.The Committee welcomes the allocation of €5 billion until 2029 to support the construction of affordable homes and the requirement that 30 per cent of new housing be social housing. The Committee remains concerned, however, about the severe shortage of adequate and affordable housing, estim... | 44. The Committee welcomes the allocation of €5 billion until 2029 to support the construction of affordable homes and the requirement that 30 per cent of new housing be social housing. The Committee remains concerned, however, about the severe shortage of adequate and affordable housing, estimated at nearly 400,000 un... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: d676cf98-c653-459d-819f-c116d64638fb |
5604a9a9-82bb-4372-8c9d-f0c63e359ba9 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Refugees & asylum seekers",
"Persons living in poverty",
"Roma, Gypsies, Sinti & Travellers",
"Migrants",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Human rights & poverty",
"Legal & institutional reform",
"Cooperation & Follow up with Treaty Bodies",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Safe drinking water & sanitation",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)",
"Right to adequate housing",
"Right to an adequate standard of l... | [
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic services, technology and economic resources",
"6.2 - End open defecation and provide access to sanitation and hygiene",
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing",
"6.1 - Safe and affordable drinking water"
] | Right to adequate housing 45. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Expand investment in social housing and ensure its long-term availability, including by regulating sales and conversions of social housing stock; (b) Strengthen rent regulation, enhance tenant protections and prevent excessive rent increas... | 45. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Expand investment in social housing and ensure its long-term availability, including by regulating sales and conversions of social housing stock; (b) Strengthen rent regulation, enhance tenant protections and prevent excessive rent increases in both the public and ... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 5604a9a9-82bb-4372-8c9d-f0c63e359ba9 |
dbbf3cb5-9acf-4da8-af9e-0773aef673dc | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Persons living in poverty",
"Youth & juveniles",
"Migrants"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Right to health"
] | [
"3.8 - Achieve universal health coverage",
"3.4 - Reduce mortality from non-communicable diseases and promote mental health"
] | Right to health 46.The Committee welcomes the State Party’s universal healthcare system and its commitment to providing essential health services to all persons, regardless of migration status. The Committee remains concerned, however, about persistent inequalities in access to affordable healthcare, including for low-... | 46. The Committee welcomes the State Party’s universal healthcare system and its commitment to providing essential health services to all persons, regardless of migration status. The Committee remains concerned, however, about persistent inequalities in access to affordable healthcare, including for low-income househol... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: dbbf3cb5-9acf-4da8-af9e-0773aef673dc |
aa969dee-2a98-4a41-a511-068d54a23de0 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Refugees & asylum seekers",
"Children",
"Medical staff / health professionals",
"Youth & juveniles",
"Migrants",
"Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender and intersex persons (LGBTI)",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Women & girls",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based g... | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Right to health",
"Data collection & research",
"Sexual & reproductive health and rights",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"3.8 - Achieve universal health coverage",
"8.7 - End modern slavery, trafficking and child labour",
"3.7 - Universal access to reproductive care, planning and education",
"5.6 - Universal access to reproductive health and rights",
"2.2 - End all forms of malnutrition",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of re... | Right to health 47. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Guarantee equal and affordable access to healthcare for all persons, including migrants, refugees and asylum-seekers, regardless of status, and ensure the availability of interpretation services where needed; (b) Urgently address waiting times and r... | 47. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Guarantee equal and affordable access to healthcare for all persons, including migrants, refugees and asylum-seekers, regardless of status, and ensure the availability of interpretation services where needed; (b) Urgently address waiting times and regional disparit... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: aa969dee-2a98-4a41-a511-068d54a23de0 |
5730678b-a071-4ba1-bade-3fb482d58170 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Civil society",
"Children",
"Persons living in poverty",
"Migrants",
"Educational staff & students",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups",
"Persons with disabilities",
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Cooperation & consultation with civil society",
"Persons with disabilities: accessibility, mobility",
"Right to education"
] | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"4.1 - Free primary and secondary education",
"4.5 - No discrimination in education",
"8.7 - End modern slavery, trafficking and child labour",
"4.a - Build and upgrade inclusive and safe schools",
"11.2 - Affordable and sustainable transp... | Right to education 48.The Committee commends the State Party for its performant educational system. It notes the Equal Opportunities Alliance and other initiatives aimed at reducing educational disparities. It also notes efforts to enhance teacher salaries and recruitment and the provision of scholarships for students ... | 48. The Committee commends the State Party for its performant educational system. It notes the Equal Opportunities Alliance and other initiatives aimed at reducing educational disparities. It also notes efforts to enhance teacher salaries and recruitment and the provision of scholarships for students from the Caribbean... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 5730678b-a071-4ba1-bade-3fb482d58170 |
441837cc-3f09-4630-8f6d-ff8b88884ffe | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Civil society",
"Children",
"Persons living in poverty",
"Migrants",
"Educational staff & students",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Legal & institutional reform",
"Cooperation & consultation with civil society",
"Human rights education, trainings & awareness raising",
"Persons with disabilities: accessibility, mobility",
"Persons with disabilities: independence, inclusion",
"Right to education"
] | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"10.2 - Promote universal social, economical and political inclusion",
"4.1 - Free primary and secondary education",
"4.7 - Education for sustainable development and global citizenship",
"4.5 - No discrimination in education",
"8.7 - End m... | Right to education 49. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Take targeted measures to address educational disparities affecting children from disadvantaged socioeconomic, minority and/or migration backgrounds, including by expanding support programmes in underperforming schools and disadvantaged regions; ... | 49. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Take targeted measures to address educational disparities affecting children from disadvantaged socioeconomic, minority and/or migration backgrounds, including by expanding support programmes in underperforming schools and disadvantaged regions; (b) Evaluate the im... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 441837cc-3f09-4630-8f6d-ff8b88884ffe |
903ead1b-e347-484f-a94c-e45e4e174e42 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Persons living in poverty",
"Persons living in rural areas"
] | [
"Children: definition; general principles; protection",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"4.5 - No discrimination in education"
] | Right to take part in cultural life 50.The Committee welcomes measures to promote access to arts, sports and cultural activities for children from low-income households and the preparation of a national plan for culture and arts education in Aruba that integrates local history and the Papiamento language. The Committee... | 50. The Committee welcomes measures to promote access to arts, sports and cultural activities for children from low-income households and the preparation of a national plan for culture and arts education in Aruba that integrates local history and the Papiamento language. The Committee remains concerned, however, about ... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 903ead1b-e347-484f-a94c-e45e4e174e42 |
b85184e9-0176-4ad9-9337-9f16b44bb899 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans"
] | [
"10.2 - Promote universal social, economical and political inclusion",
"4.5 - No discrimination in education",
"4.a - Build and upgrade inclusive and safe schools"
] | Right to take part in cultural life 51. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Intensify measures to remove economic and geographical barriers to cultural participation, including by providing subsidies and community-based programmes targeted at disadvantaged households; (b) Ensure the equitable distributio... | 51. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Intensify measures to remove economic and geographical barriers to cultural participation, including by providing subsidies and community-based programmes targeted at disadvantaged households; (b) Ensure the equitable distribution of cultural funding across all reg... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: b85184e9-0176-4ad9-9337-9f16b44bb899 |
a7e17db2-ce64-4354-9779-00772b06272a | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Migrants",
"Women & girls",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Discrimination against women"
] | [
"5.1 - End discrimination against women and girls",
"10.3 - Ensure equal opportunities and end discrimination"
] | Right to enjoy the benefits of scientific progress and its applications 52.The Committee welcomes the State Party’s continued investment in research and innovation, as well as public initiatives to promote open science and digitalization in education and research. It notes positively the establishment of scholarship pr... | 52. The Committee welcomes the State Party’s continued investment in research and innovation, as well as public initiatives to promote open science and digitalization in education and research. It notes positively the establishment of scholarship programmes for students from the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Net... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: a7e17db2-ce64-4354-9779-00772b06272a |
95055aa9-ffd8-4681-9fa2-90fb1d14bf1f | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Refugees & asylum seekers",
"Migrants",
"Vulnerable persons/groups",
"Women & girls",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Human rights education, trainings & awareness raising"
] | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions",
"5.5 - Equal opportunities and participation in leadership"
] | Right to enjoy the benefits of scientific progress and its applications 53. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Adopt targeted measures, including affirmative action and incentives, to increase the participation of women, migrants, refugees, minorities and other underrepresented groups in science, techno... | 53. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Adopt targeted measures, including affirmative action and incentives, to increase the participation of women, migrants, refugees, minorities and other underrepresented groups in science, technology, engineering and mathematics education, research careers and leader... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 95055aa9-ffd8-4681-9fa2-90fb1d14bf1f |
91bde865-420b-403d-97f1-5e5ae6cb4559 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Ratification of & accession to international instruments"
] | [
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | D.Other recommendations 54. The Committee encourages the State Party to ratify the Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. | 54. The Committee encourages the State Party to ratify the Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 91bde865-420b-403d-97f1-5e5ae6cb4559 |
884b9436-3edd-48f3-97eb-450b5244d620 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Migrants",
"Persons with disabilities"
] | [
"Children: definition; general principles; protection",
"Ratification of & accession to international instruments"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | D.Other recommendations 55. The Committee recommends that the State Party consider ratifying the core human rights instruments to which it is not yet a Party, namely, the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, the Optional Protocol to the Conventio... | 55. The Committee recommends that the State Party consider ratifying the core human rights instruments to which it is not yet a Party, namely, the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the C... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 884b9436-3edd-48f3-97eb-450b5244d620 |
77bf337c-3c51-45a4-bb5e-660630b1d2f5 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Children",
"Migrants",
"Older persons",
"Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender and intersex persons (LGBTI)",
"Women & girls",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Inter-State cooperation and assistance",
"Right to health",
"2030 Agenda & other voluntary commitments"
] | [
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions",
"10.3 - Ensure equal opportunities and end discrimination"
] | D.Other recommendations 56. The Committee also recommends that the State Party take fully into account its obligations under the Covenant and ensure the full enjoyment of the rights enshrined therein in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at the national level, including in the recovery fr... | 56. The Committee also recommends that the State Party take fully into account its obligations under the Covenant and ensure the full enjoyment of the rights enshrined therein in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at the national level, including in the recovery from the coronavirus disea... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 77bf337c-3c51-45a4-bb5e-660630b1d2f5 |
df14bf47-eb5a-4752-819c-a30558daf036 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Data collection & research"
] | [
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | D.Other recommendations 57. The Committee recommends that the State Party take steps to progressively develop and apply appropriate indicators on the implementation of economic, social and cultural rights to facilitate the assessment of progress achieved by the State Party in complying with its obligations under the Co... | 57. The Committee recommends that the State Party take steps to progressively develop and apply appropriate indicators on the implementation of economic, social and cultural rights to facilitate the assessment of progress achieved by the State Party in complying with its obligations under the Covenant for various segme... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: df14bf47-eb5a-4752-819c-a30558daf036 |
654f28cc-b99d-4953-91a6-b7de384c5b52 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Civil society",
"Public officials"
] | [
"Cooperation & consultation with civil society",
"Cooperation & Follow up with Treaty Bodies",
"Human rights education, trainings & awareness raising"
] | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making"
] | D.Other recommendations 58. The Committee requests that the State Party disseminate the present concluding observations widely at all levels of society, in the European and the Caribbean Netherlands and in Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten, in particular among parliamentarians, public officials and judicial authorities, ... | 58. The Committee requests that the State Party disseminate the present concluding observations widely at all levels of society, in the European and the Caribbean Netherlands and in Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten, in particular among parliamentarians, public officials and judicial authorities, and that it inform the C... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 654f28cc-b99d-4953-91a6-b7de384c5b52 |
14d71df9-c0ca-4e98-abb7-e4e00072df13 | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights",
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Cooperation & Follow up with Treaty Bodies",
"Human rights & the environment",
"Human rights & climate change"
] | [
"13.1 - Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related disasters",
"12.6 - Encourage sustainable practices for companies"
] | D.Other recommendations 59. In accordance with the procedure on follow-up to concluding observations adopted by the Committee, the State Party is requested to provide, within 24 months of the adoption of the present concluding observations ( 30 September 202 7), information on the implementation of the recommendations ... | 59. In accordance with the procedure on follow-up to concluding observations adopted by the Committee, the State Party is requested to provide, within 24 months of the adoption of the present concluding observations ( 30 September 202 7), information on the implementation of the recommendations contained in paragraphs ... | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: 14d71df9-c0ca-4e98-abb7-e4e00072df13 |
b4690234-edee-433f-aaf1-a48edca6beab | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-10-03 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Netherlands"
] | [
"Western Europe & Others"
] | [
"Non-citizens"
] | [
"Cooperation & Follow up with Treaty Bodies"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"16.6 - Effective, accountable and transparent institutions"
] | D.Other recommendations 60. The Committee requests the State Party to submit its eighth periodic report in accordance with article 16 of the Covenant by 30 September 2030, unless otherwise notified as a result of a change in the review cycle. In accordance with General Assembly resolution 68/268, the word limit for the... | 60. The Committee requests the State Party to submit its eighth periodic report in accordance with article 16 of the Covenant by 30 September 2030, unless otherwise notified as a result of a change in the review cycle. In accordance with General Assembly resolution 68/268, the word limit for the report is 21,200 words. | CESCR | Netherlands | E/C.12/NLD/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: cb914e9e-4446-49d4-bfb7-480e92128949 | AnnotationId: b4690234-edee-433f-aaf1-a48edca6beab |
0c10cb10-6be4-4d65-acc2-ef7c739d2a7e | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Administration of justice & fair trial",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Data collection & research"
] | [
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Domestic application of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights 4.While noting the information provided by the State Party regarding recently enacted legislative measures and policy interventions to protect and uphold economic, social and cultural rights, and citations of the International Co... | 4. While noting the information provided by the State Party regarding recently enacted legislative measures and policy interventions to protect and uphold economic, social and cultural rights, and citations of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights by the Supreme Court, the Committee remains... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 0c10cb10-6be4-4d65-acc2-ef7c739d2a7e |
bc3e0e3f-c01f-455b-b892-c18d39d5ce9f | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Public officials",
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Human rights education, trainings & awareness raising",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Data collection & research"
] | [
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Domestic application of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights 5. The Committee reiterates its previous recommendations that the State Party take all appropriate measures to ensure the protection of economic, social and cultural rights at the constitutional level, to institutionalize writs o... | 5. The Committee reiterates its previous recommendations that the State Party take all appropriate measures to ensure the protection of economic, social and cultural rights at the constitutional level, to institutionalize writs of amparo concerning the Covenant rights and to ensure that those rights are protected by th... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: bc3e0e3f-c01f-455b-b892-c18d39d5ce9f |
e87db3e1-2581-4c16-82a4-423d127c957e | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Human rights defenders & activists"
] | [
"Data collection & research",
"National Human Rights Institution (NHRI)",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"16.a - Strong institutions to prevent violence, terrorism and crime",
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | National human rights institution 6.The Committee is concerned that the Commission on Human Rights (Philippines) does not have a founding charter or an explicit mandate to monitor economic, social and cultural rights. The Committee remains concerned about the limited financial resources allocated to the Commission, whi... | 6. The Committee is concerned that the Commission on Human Rights (Philippines) does not have a founding charter or an explicit mandate to monitor economic, social and cultural rights. The Committee remains concerned about the limited financial resources allocated to the Commission, which prevents it from fully dischar... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: e87db3e1-2581-4c16-82a4-423d127c957e |
f3542248-338c-4876-a7ab-5f512b58df5b | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Data collection & research",
"National Human Rights Institution (NHRI)",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"16.a - Strong institutions to prevent violence, terrorism and crime",
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | National human rights institution 7. The Committee recommends that the State Party create a founding charter for the Commission on Human Rights, including with an explicit mandate to monitor economic, social and cultural rights. The Committee reiterates its previous recommendation that the State Party ensure that the C... | 7. The Committee recommends that the State Party create a founding charter for the Commission on Human Rights, including with an explicit mandate to monitor economic, social and cultural rights. The Committee reiterates its previous recommendation that the State Party ensure that the Commission is allocated sufficient ... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: f3542248-338c-4876-a7ab-5f512b58df5b |
5d192427-820c-4f4a-b60a-f4d7f8b56dcc | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Public officials",
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Good governance & corruption",
"Administration of justice & fair trial",
"Data collection & research"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"16.3 - Promote the rule of law and access to justice for all"
] | Independence of the judiciary 8.Noting the information provided by the State Party, the Committee is concerned about reports of instances of pressure, threats, intimidation and intervention by public officials in the judicial system, at the national, regional and municipal levels. | 8. Noting the information provided by the State Party, the Committee is concerned about reports of instances of pressure, threats, intimidation and intervention by public officials in the judicial system, at the national, regional and municipal levels. | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 5d192427-820c-4f4a-b60a-f4d7f8b56dcc |
b7b15a9e-45ab-463d-b73e-49cd4bcb9d15 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Good governance & corruption",
"Administration of justice & fair trial",
"Right to participate in public affairs & right to vote"
] | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"16.5 - Reduce corruption and bribery",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"16.3 - Promote the rule of law and access to justice for all"
] | Independence of the judiciary 9. The Committee recommends that the State Party safeguard, in law and in practice, the full independence, impartiality and safety of judges and prosecutors and prevent them from being influenced in their decision-making by any form of undue political pressure, violence, threats or corrupt... | 9. The Committee recommends that the State Party safeguard, in law and in practice, the full independence, impartiality and safety of judges and prosecutors and prevent them from being influenced in their decision-making by any form of undue political pressure, violence, threats or corruption. | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: b7b15a9e-45ab-463d-b73e-49cd4bcb9d15 |
275c26c2-e590-4572-ae27-2759edafe1ef | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Human rights defenders & activists",
"Disappeared persons",
"Media",
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Administration of justice & fair trial",
"Human rights & counter-terrorism",
"Enforced disappearances",
"Extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions",
"Freedom of opinion and expression & access to information"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"16.1 - Reduce violence everywhere",
"16.10 - Ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Human rights defenders, journalists and lawyers working on human rights 10.The Committee remains concerned about reports that human rights defenders, environmental defenders, journalists and lawyers working on economic, social and cultural rights have been subjected to reprisals as a result of their work, including “re... | 10. The Committee remains concerned about reports that human rights defenders, environmental defenders, journalists and lawyers working on economic, social and cultural rights have been subjected to reprisals as a result of their work, including “red tagging”, financial sanctions, threats, enforced disappearances and e... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 275c26c2-e590-4572-ae27-2759edafe1ef |
3d4af15b-29dd-41cd-9dc7-40625bf85508 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Human rights defenders & activists",
"Media",
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Rule of law & impunity",
"Freedom of association",
"Administration of justice & fair trial",
"Support to victims & witnesses",
"Human rights & counter-terrorism",
"Access to justice & remedy",
"Right to peaceful assembly",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
... | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"16.10 - Ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"16.3 - Promote the rule of law and access to justice for all"
] | Human rights defenders, journalists and lawyers working on human rights 11. Recalling its statement on human rights defenders and economic, social and cultural rights, the Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Expedite the adoption of the human rights defenders protection bill, which includes specific provisio... | 11. Recalling its statement on human rights defenders and economic, social and cultural rights, the Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Expedite the adoption of the human rights defenders protection bill, which includes specific provisions that the Government is responsible for protecting human rights defend... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 3d4af15b-29dd-41cd-9dc7-40625bf85508 |
4f8e0d2c-c3f1-4cc6-b485-910922c8ba7a | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Indigenous peoples",
"Internally displaced persons",
"Persons living in rural areas",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights",
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Human rights & the environment",
"Data collection & research"
] | [
"12 - RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"12.2 - Sustainable management and use of natural resources",
"12.4 - Responsible management of chemicals and waste",
"12.6 - Encourage sustainable practices for companies",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Business and economic, social and cultural rights 12.Noting the information provided during the dialogue with the State Party, the Committee is concerned by the inadequacy of legal obligations for businesses under the State Party’s jurisdiction to exercise human rights due diligence, including the absence of a national... | 12. Noting the information provided during the dialogue with the State Party, the Committee is concerned by the inadequacy of legal obligations for businesses under the State Party’s jurisdiction to exercise human rights due diligence, including the absence of a national action plan for business and human rights. The C... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 4f8e0d2c-c3f1-4cc6-b485-910922c8ba7a |
f6870d53-8e23-4c18-b1cb-9153450021ab | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Civil society",
"Indigenous peoples",
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights",
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Rule of law & impunity",
"Cooperation & consultation with civil society",
"National Human Rights Action Plans (or specific areas) / implementation plans",
"Access to justice & remedy",
"Human rights & ... | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"12 - RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION",
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic services, technology and economic resources",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"4.7 - Education for sus... | Business and economic, social and cultural rights 13. Recalling its general comment No. 24 (2017) on State obligations under the Covenant in the context of business activities, the Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Adopt a national action plan for business and human rights in consultation with civil societ... | 13. Recalling its general comment No. 24 (2017) on State obligations under the Covenant in the context of business activities, the Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Adopt a national action plan for business and human rights in consultation with civil society, including with a view to ensuring that business... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: f6870d53-8e23-4c18-b1cb-9153450021ab |
9d44ee46-2b50-4156-a532-f2f56ab91a01 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Indigenous peoples",
"Internally displaced persons",
"Persons affected by armed conflict"
] | [
"Right to participate in public affairs & right to vote",
"Data collection & research",
"Land & property rights",
"Right to an adequate standard of living"
] | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"12 - RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION",
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic services, technology and economic resources",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"12.2 - Sustainable mana... | Rights of Indigenous Peoples 14.Noting the information provided by the State Party regarding measures taken, and their impact, since the last review of the State Party, in 2016, the Committee remains concerned about: (a)The unsatisfactory implementation of the Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act as regards the demarcation a... | 14. Noting the information provided by the State Party regarding measures taken, and their impact, since the last review of the State Party, in 2016, the Committee remains concerned about: (a) The unsatisfactory implementation of the Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act as regards the demarcation and registration of Indigeno... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 9d44ee46-2b50-4156-a532-f2f56ab91a01 |
23f77b73-edd1-4076-aa26-94beb63d9242 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Indigenous peoples",
"Persons living in rural areas",
"Non-citizens",
"Persons affected by armed conflict"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights",
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Economic & political crisis, natural disasters or other emergencies",
"Ratification of & accession to international instrument... | [
"16.7 - Responsive, inclusive and representative decision-making",
"10.2 - Promote universal social, economical and political inclusion",
"13.1 - Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related disasters",
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic ... | Rights of Indigenous Peoples 15. Recalling its general comment No. 26 (2022) on land and economic, social and cultural rights, its previous recommendations and the fact that the State Party is a signatory to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas, the Committee ... | 15. Recalling its general comment No. 26 (2022) on land and economic, social and cultural rights, its previous recommendations and the fact that the State Party is a signatory to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas, the Committee recommends that the State Par... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 23f77b73-edd1-4076-aa26-94beb63d9242 |
481858ff-d2c7-4022-bd39-7328983f4e85 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Persons living in poverty"
] | [
"Business & Human Rights",
"Inter-State cooperation and assistance",
"Human rights & the environment",
"Human rights & climate change"
] | [
"12 - RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION",
"13.1 - Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related disasters",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"13 - CLIMATE ACTION",
"12.6 - Encourage sustainable practices for companies",
"17.9 - Enhance capacity-building in developing countries",
... | Climate change mitigation 16.While noting the information provided by the State Party regarding its first submission of its nationally determined contributions regarding its commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the Committee is concerned that current industrial policies, including liquefied natural gas projec... | 16. While noting the information provided by the State Party regarding its first submission of its nationally determined contributions regarding its commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the Committee is concerned that current industrial policies, including liquefied natural gas projects, and emission-reducing... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 481858ff-d2c7-4022-bd39-7328983f4e85 |
5b3180cb-6d62-4d96-b96e-32dc0f17678e | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Indigenous peoples"
] | [
"Human rights & the environment",
"Human rights & climate change",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"13.1 - Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related disasters",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"12.2 - Sustainable management and use of natural resources",
"13 - CLIMATE ACTION",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Climate change mitigation 17. Recalling its statement on climate change and the Covenant, the Committee recommends that the State Party take measures to achieve its nationally determined contributions under the Paris Agreement by, inter alia: (a) Updating and adjusting its nationally determined contributions to reduce ... | 17. Recalling its statement on climate change and the Covenant, the Committee recommends that the State Party take measures to achieve its nationally determined contributions under the Paris Agreement by, inter alia: (a) Updating and adjusting its nationally determined contributions to reduce its conditional commitment... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 5b3180cb-6d62-4d96-b96e-32dc0f17678e |
ad347e0a-4116-4a24-b206-c535e7e297ba | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [] | [
"Good governance & corruption",
"Data collection & research",
"National Human Rights Institution (NHRI)",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"16.a - Strong institutions to prevent violence, terrorism and crime",
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"16.5 - Reduce corruption and bribery",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Corruption 18.While noting the information provided by the State Party regarding efforts to combat corruption, the Committee reiterates its concern that corruption remains pervasive in all branches of government, and in the wider public sector. It is also concerned about reports that anti-corruption bodies, such as the... | 18. While noting the information provided by the State Party regarding efforts to combat corruption, the Committee reiterates its concern that corruption remains pervasive in all branches of government, and in the wider public sector. It is also concerned about reports that anti-corruption bodies, such as the Office of... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: ad347e0a-4116-4a24-b206-c535e7e297ba |
3510c7e7-806d-49df-bb76-c11c0a2dd434 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Judges, lawyers and prosecutors"
] | [
"Good governance & corruption",
"Administration of justice & fair trial",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"16.5 - Reduce corruption and bribery",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"16.3 - Promote the rule of law and access to justice for all"
] | Corruption 19. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Promptly, independently and impartially investigate and prosecute all cases of corruption, in particular high-level corruption, including corruption in the Government and the judiciary, and, if a person is convicted, apply penalties commensurate with the... | 19. The Committee recommends that the State Party: (a) Promptly, independently and impartially investigate and prosecute all cases of corruption, in particular high-level corruption, including corruption in the Government and the judiciary, and, if a person is convicted, apply penalties commensurate with the seriousnes... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 3510c7e7-806d-49df-bb76-c11c0a2dd434 |
3147114e-4d4a-42cf-a973-f6284aa3467f | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Persons living in poverty"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Economic policy and foreign debt",
"Data collection & research",
"Right to education",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"10.2 - Promote universal social, economical and political inclusion",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Maximum available resources 20.The Committee is concerned that the State Party’s “no new taxes” policy narrows the tax base and limits revenue potential by excluding, inter alia, taxes on wealth and luxury goods, thereby limiting the fiscal space for social spending and education, as well as the State Party’s overall a... | 20. The Committee is concerned that the State Party’s “no new taxes” policy narrows the tax base and limits revenue potential by excluding, inter alia, taxes on wealth and luxury goods, thereby limiting the fiscal space for social spending and education, as well as the State Party’s overall ability to finance policies ... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 3147114e-4d4a-42cf-a973-f6284aa3467f |
9618113b-28a9-4bbe-b810-6d88a6ef81cc | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Persons living in poverty"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"2030 Agenda & other voluntary commitments",
"Data collection & research",
"Right to education",
"Budget & resources (for human rights implementation)"
] | [
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Maximum available resources 21. Recalling the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the principle of leaving no one behind, the Committee recommends that the State Party increase its tax ‑ to-gross domestic product ratio and review existing tax policies with a view to increasing their redistributive effect, incre... | 21. Recalling the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the principle of leaving no one behind, the Committee recommends that the State Party increase its tax ‐ to-gross domestic product ratio and review existing tax policies with a view to increasing their redistributive effect, increase the budget dedicated to ... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 9618113b-28a9-4bbe-b810-6d88a6ef81cc |
e125b5cf-4f34-4017-bf9c-830e92f02869 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender and intersex persons (LGBTI)",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Racial discrimination",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Data collection & research"
] | [
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"16.b - Promote and enforce non-discriminatory laws",
"10 - REDUCED INEQUALITIES",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"16.3 - Promote the rule of law and access to justice for all",
"10.3 - Ensure equal oppor... | Non-discrimination 22.Noting the information provided by the State Party regarding the enactment of a range of anti-discrimination measures, including in employment, the Committee remains concerned about the lengthy delay in adopting a comprehensive anti-discrimination law and about reports of discrimination against pe... | 22. Noting the information provided by the State Party regarding the enactment of a range of anti-discrimination measures, including in employment, the Committee remains concerned about the lengthy delay in adopting a comprehensive anti-discrimination law and about reports of discrimination against persons based on the... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: e125b5cf-4f34-4017-bf9c-830e92f02869 |
0730534c-f663-496b-97ed-b245af6c181a | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender and intersex persons (LGBTI)",
"Minorities/ racial, ethnic, linguistic, religious or descent-based groups"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Legal & institutional reform",
"Racial discrimination",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Data collection & research",
"Freedom of opinion and expression & access to information"
] | [
"11 - SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES",
"16 - PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"16.b - Promote and enforce non-discriminatory laws",
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing",
"10 - REDUCED INEQUALITIES",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"10.3 -... | Non-discrimination 23. Recalling its previous recommendation and its general comment No. 20 (2009) on non-discrimination in economic, social and cultural rights, the Committee recommends that the State Party expedite the adoption of the pending comprehensive anti-discrimination law, which prohibits direct and indirect ... | 23. Recalling its previous recommendation and its general comment No. 20 (2009) on non-discrimination in economic, social and cultural rights, the Committee recommends that the State Party expedite the adoption of the pending comprehensive anti-discrimination law, which prohibits direct and indirect discrimination on a... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 0730534c-f663-496b-97ed-b245af6c181a |
267e4b9d-36d5-4f40-97c5-1656d001bcb5 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Internally displaced persons"
] | [
"Economic, social & cultural rights - general measures of implementation",
"Right to health",
"Data collection & research",
"Right to education",
"Right to adequate housing",
"Right to an adequate standard of living"
] | [
"11 - SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES",
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic services, technology and economic resources",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing",
"1 - NO POVERTY",
"3 - GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Internally displaced persons 24.The Committee is concerned about the limited enjoyment of certain economic, social and cultural rights by internally displaced persons, including insufficient access to adequate housing, healthcare, education and other basic services, as well as the non-fulfilment of their right to retur... | 24. The Committee is concerned about the limited enjoyment of certain economic, social and cultural rights by internally displaced persons, including insufficient access to adequate housing, healthcare, education and other basic services, as well as the non-fulfilment of their right to return (arts. 2 (2) and 11–14). | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 267e4b9d-36d5-4f40-97c5-1656d001bcb5 |
8487a646-7b04-4e14-8de3-b93567a8ce22 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Internally displaced persons"
] | [
"Right to health",
"Data collection & research",
"Right to education",
"Right to adequate housing",
"Right to an adequate standard of living"
] | [
"11 - SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES",
"3.8 - Achieve universal health coverage",
"1.4 - Equal rights to ownership, basic services, technology and economic resources",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"11.1 - Safe and affordable housing",
"1 - NO POVERTY",
"3 - GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING",
"17.1... | Internally displaced persons 25. The Committee recommends that the State Party pursue its efforts to protect internally displaced persons and guarantee their enjoyment of the rights covered under the Covenant, in particular by ensuring the provision of adequate housing, healthcare, education and other basic services, a... | 25. The Committee recommends that the State Party pursue its efforts to protect internally displaced persons and guarantee their enjoyment of the rights covered under the Covenant, in particular by ensuring the provision of adequate housing, healthcare, education and other basic services, as well as ensuring their righ... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 8487a646-7b04-4e14-8de3-b93567a8ce22 |
2387cddf-8646-4bd4-833d-a470ee569dc3 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Women & girls"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Data collection & research",
"Discrimination against women"
] | [
"8 - DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH",
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"5 - GENDER EQUALITY",
"8.5 - Full employment and decent work with equal pay",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"5.5 - Equal opportunities and participation in leadership"
] | Equality between men and women 26.While noting the information provided by the State Party regarding measures to increase the participation of women in the labour market, the Committee remains concerned that there continues to be a large gender disparity in labour market participation, mainly owing to persistent gender... | 26. While noting the information provided by the State Party regarding measures to increase the participation of women in the labour market, the Committee remains concerned that there continues to be a large gender disparity in labour market participation, mainly owing to persistent gender stereotypes and the unequal s... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 2387cddf-8646-4bd4-833d-a470ee569dc3 |
0a4342e7-31e3-4f22-9fdd-3f1713f4e0b1 | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Recommendations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Women & girls"
] | [
"Equality & non-discrimination",
"Data collection & research",
"Discrimination against women"
] | [
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"5 - GENDER EQUALITY",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data",
"5.5 - Equal opportunities and participation in leadership"
] | Equality between men and women 27. Recalling its general comment No. 16 (2005) on the equal right of men and women to the enjoyment of all economic, social and cultural rights, the Committee reiterates its previous recommendation and recommends that the State Party develop policies to reduce the burden of women ’ s unp... | 27. Recalling its general comment No. 16 (2005) on the equal right of men and women to the enjoyment of all economic, social and cultural rights, the Committee reiterates its previous recommendation and recommends that the State Party develop policies to reduce the burden of women ’ s unpaid domestic and care work by p... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 0a4342e7-31e3-4f22-9fdd-3f1713f4e0b1 |
74b8b2c7-e0af-46c3-a082-f33908772e5a | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | CESCR | 2025-03-04 | 2,025 | Concerns/Observations | [
"Philippines"
] | [
"Asia-Pacific"
] | [
"Persons living in poverty",
"Persons living in rural areas"
] | [
"Labour rights and right to work",
"Constitutional & legislative framework",
"Right to social security"
] | [
"17 - PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS",
"10.4 - Adopt fiscal and social policies that promote equality",
"8.5 - Full employment and decent work with equal pay",
"10 - REDUCED INEQUALITIES",
"17.18 - Enhance availability of reliable data"
] | Right to work 28.Noting the reduction in the size of the informal economy since the previous review of the State Party, the Committee remains concerned that bills on formalizing informal work and the informal economy, including the Magna Carta for workers in the informal economy, as well as proposed measures to address... | 28. Noting the reduction in the size of the informal economy since the previous review of the State Party, the Committee remains concerned that bills on formalizing informal work and the informal economy, including the Magna Carta for workers in the informal economy, as well as proposed measures to address the issue of... | CESCR | Philippines | E/C.12/PHL/CO/7 | 2025 | DocumentId: 3a5c6a58-3a2e-4f12-aec6-0fb63e980c06 | AnnotationId: 74b8b2c7-e0af-46c3-a082-f33908772e5a |
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