![]() ![]() One such example was provided by Georgia’s representative, who outlined how her country leveraged digital technology to further increase access within its prison education service by introducing a digital university. Still, technology has the potential to democratize access to knowledge and legal resources, he said. However, she warned: “We must also ensure that the adoption of new technologies does not compromise traditional integrity in favour of efficiency and convenience.”Ĭalling for the establishment of legal mechanisms to ensure the protection of personal data, Djibouti’s representative noted that “for our people, the storage and archiving of data does not sit well with long-standing views of the impermanence of traces of the past”. Detailing specially-equipped interview and virtual hearing rooms, domestic violence survivors can participate in court cases virtually without having to facing the perpetrator in the court room.ĭrawing attention to Brunei Darussalam's use of technology to effectively serve the public and facilitate equitable access to justice, its delegate reported on how victims provide evidence through a live video link in any inquiry, trial or court proceedings. ![]() Still, women and girls continue to face obstacles in pursuing justice, Bolivia’s delegate underscored, adding that “gender-based violence is a global pandemic affecting women of all ages and all social strata”, a reality that, in Guyana, digital technology is addressing, said that country’s representative. He also spotlighted reforms ensuring that one third of local council seats are for women, and reported on the appointments of female justices to the country’s higher courts. In a similar vein, the delegate of Maldives, recalling recent elections, emphasized that “the respect for rule of law essentially translates to respecting democracy and the people’s decisions - in conceding defeat with grace and paving the way for a smooth transition of power”. The rule of law is an ongoing objective that must be pursued tirelessly, she said. On that note, the Dominican Republic’s representative emphasized: “All citizens, both those who govern and those who are governed, have a role to play in building a society in which justice, equality and legality are a norm and not an exception.” Her country adopted a Constitution that establishes a solid legal framework and provides for separation of powers. However, to enhance trust and confidence in its domestic judicial system and raise public awareness about legal matters, his country’s Ministry of Justice held a national law week where, among other things, free legal advice was available to its citizens. ![]() That double standard, Eritrea’s delegate pointed out, has also left many critical issues and conflicts unresolved, resulting in a lack of confidence in a rules-based international order. Nonetheless, while underscoring the importance of respecting the principle, Algeria’s delegate asked: “What is the point of discussing the rule of law in the Sixth Committee at time when the rules of international law are being blatantly violated without any accountability?” The promotion of rule of law can only happen when the unilateral coercive measures and double standards cease and when States are compelled to respect their obligations equally, he said. To that end, States should adopt the necessary measures within their legal systems, as full respect for international law also presupposes a development of the rule of law at the domestic level, he stressed. The promotion and respect for the rule of law at the international level, stressed Chile’s representative, implies the progressive and universal acceptance by States of international law and the fulfilment of their obligations thereunder. ![]() (For background, see Press Release GA/L/3694.) As the Sixth Committee (Legal) continued its consideration of the rule of law at the national and international levels, speakers underscored their countries’ sovereign right to decide on their national legal system, while others stressed the necessity to ensure full respect for international law through domestic legal frameworks. ![]()
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