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The following information could not be obtained during the CRM:
Whether a policy framework is available for the ratification of outstanding
agreements and the implementation of, and reporting on, those already ratified;
Where reporting stands currently;
What has been the procedure adopted for, and challenges experienced with,
reporting;
Reasons why outstanding treaties have not been ratified; and
What is being done to raise awareness among the population and courts at all
levels.
III. Recommendations
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The APR Panel recommends that Mozambique should:
Undertake a comprehensive audit of the compatibility of Mozambican legislation and policy with international codes and standards, and develop a plan of
action for addressing areas of conflict between Mozambican law and policy
and international codes and standards [Ministry of Justice (MOJ); CSOs];
Ratify outstanding international codes and standards and implement those
already ratified by the General Assembly;
Train the Judiciary and legal practitioners on the impact of international law on
Mozambican law [MOJ; the Bar]; and
Create a depository for all international agreements to which Mozambique is
a party [MOJ].
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3.3
Assessment of the Performance of APRM Objectives
Objective 1: To reduce and prevent intra- and interstate conflicts
I. Summary of the CSAR
226.
The CSAR observes that Mozambique has enjoyed peace and stability since
the signing of the GPA on 4 October 1992. Despite the existence of mutual
mistrust or occasional outbreaks of violence between the former protagonists
since then, it has been possible to sustain the spirit of the agreement and to
maintain the peaceful conditions necessary for political stability and socioeconomic development.
227.
The CSAR notes that, following the signing of the GPA 17 years ago, strenuous
efforts have been made to reduce distrust and deepen peace by means of consultations, dialogue, consensus and inclusive policies, in order to reintegrate
formerly warring opponents and inculcate a new patriotism based on mutually
defined national objectives and aspirations. The example set by former war
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