Resolution CM/ResCMN(2016)11 on the implementation of the Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities by San Marino

The Committee of Ministers, under the terms of Articles 24 to 26 of the Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities (hereinafter referred to as "the Framework Convention"),

Having regard to Resolution Res(97)10 of 17 September 1997 setting out rules adopted by the Committee of Ministers on the monitoring arrangements under Articles 24 to 26 of the Framework Convention;

Having regard to the voting rule adopted in the context of adopting Resolution Res(97)10;[1]

Having regard to the instrument of ratification submitted by San Marino on 5 December 1996;

Recalling that the Government of San Marino transmitted its state report in respect of the fourth monitoring cycle under the Framework Convention on 11 March 2015;

Having examined the Advisory Committee's fourth opinion adopted on 20 November 2015;

Adopts the following conclusions in respect of San Marino:

The authorities are invited to take account of the observations and recommendations contained in Sections I and II of the Advisory Committee's fourth opinion. In particular, they should take the following measures to improve further the implementation of the Framework Convention:

Recommendations:

- Pursue an open and comprehensive approach towards the integration of society by strengthening legislative, administrative and other measures aimed at the promotion of tolerance and intercultural respect among the majority population; increase awareness-raising activities to avert potential racial discrimination and intolerance.

- Amend the current legislative framework to provide comprehensive protection from all forms of discrimination, as well as civil and administrative remedies; step up awareness-raising among the public at large on the existing legal framework; establish an independent body to monitor racism and discrimination.

[1] In the context of adopting Resolution Res(97)10 on 17 September 1997, the Committee of Ministers also adopted the following rule: "Decisions pursuant to Articles 24.1 and 25.2 of the Framework Convention shall be considered to be adopted if two-thirds of the representatives of the Contracting Parties casting a vote, including a majority of the representatives of the Contracting Parties entitled to sit on the Committee of Ministers, vote in favour".