The Nordic-Baltic countries strongly support the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), including its emphasis on the right to self-government and participation. These are central to ensure that the rights of indigenous peoples are respected.
Looking ahead to the next decade it is clear that more attention could be given to enhancing the interplay and cross-fertilization between UNDRIP and existing human rights mechanisms. We therefore encourage States to include UNDRIP within the framework of the UPR.
Read more: https://www.norway.no/en/missions/wto-un/nig/statements/hr/hrc/hrc36/nordic-baltic-statement/