52nd SESSION OF THE UPR WORKING GROUP
Statement Norway
on the on the human rights situation in Denmark
delivered by Mr Tormod C. ENDRESEN, Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN and other International Organizations.
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7 May 2026
Thank you Vice-President,
Norway commends Denmark's strong comittment to human rights and welcomes steps taken since its last review, including the ratification of the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance, criminalisation of torture as a specific offence in the Penal Code, and the enhanced cooperation, within the Kingdom of Denmark, with Greenland on important human rights issues.
Norway recommends that Denmark:
- Adopt a comprehensive national strategy to prevent and combat gender based violence, including domestic violence.
- Expand the action plan against racism with specific, measurable goals and indicators, and consider making relevant initiatives permanent.
- Ensure adequate funding and capacity to effectively monitor and report on human rights in Greenland, particularly with regard to the rights of indigenous peoples.
Thank you.