28 January 2026
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Ministry for Foreign Affairs
Statements
Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva
UPR51 - Iceland statement - Review of Sao Tome and Principe
UPR 51 - Sao Tome and Principe
Tuesday 27 January, 14:30-18:00
Mr. President,
Iceland welcomes the delegation of Sao Tome and Principe and its national report.
In the spirit of constructive engagement, Iceland recommends the following:
- Criminalize all forms of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) through legislation in line with international standards.
- Ensure universal access to sexual and reproductive health services and information.
- Guarantee Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) in and out of school settings.
- Adopt comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation that criminalizes all forms of discrimination against persons of diverse SOGIESC.
- Legalize same sex marriage of consenting adults.
I wish Sao Tome and Principe all success for its review.
I thank you.