complaints (Mexico, Brazil) 60.6. Adapt national legislation to bring it into line with the principles of equality and nondiscrimination. (Slovenia); Consider establishing legislation defining and prohibiting discrimination in all forms (Brazil); Consider introducing a definition of discrimination in its criminal law (Guatemala); Adopt, as a matter of urgency, a national law against racism, discrimination and xenophobia (Islamic Republic of Iran) 60.8. Address the problems faced by women belonging to minorities (Germany) 60.9 Take measures to eliminate all forms of discrimination against Koreans in Japan (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea) 60.15 Continue the efforts to combat trafficking in persons with a special emphasis on women and children (Canada) 60.20 Provide State legal aid for migrants who need it (Algeria) 60.21 Permit international monitors to examine immigration detention centres (United States of America) “international monitors” mentioned in subparagraph 21 with further clarification of its definition ‘The Constitution of Japan stipulates that all of the people are equal under the law. Based on its Constitution and relevant domestic laws, Japan has been thriving to realize a society without any form of racial or ethnic discrimination’ This recommendation was ‘accepted’ by Japan ‘Japan’s position is stated in the interactive dialogue as recorded in the Draft Report of the Universal Periodic Review (A/HRC/WG.6/2/L.10)’. This recommendation was ‘accepted’ by Japan This recommendation was ‘accepted’ by Japan ’Japan will consider the ‘possibility to permit “international monitors” mentioned in subparagraph 21 with further clarification of its definition’ 60.23 Abolish the system established to call upon ‘Japan does not have any intention to incite racial citizens to denounce anonymously, on the or ethnic discrimination and careful attention is Ministry’s website, migrants suspected of being in paid in the operation of the system not to incite an irregular situation (Guatemala) such discrimination. It is necessary for the purpose of strict law enforcement aimed at illegal immigration. Various information provided by people is valuable in performing the Immigration Bureau’s task.’ 8. Under the second cycle, Slovenia recommended that Japan, ensure equality and non-discrimination of children born out of wedlock in issues related to the acquisition of nationality, inheritance rights and birth registration 9. Uruguay recommended that Japan, Adopt comprehensive measures against discrimination towards children and repeal all legislation that discriminates against children born out of wedlock. Promote awareness campaigns and education programs about the human rights of all boys, girls and adolescents, particularly in relation to the acquisition of nationality, inheritance rights and the right to identity. 4

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