2. It is regrettable that the Criminal Code was amended by a government/executive initiated Decree. The more transparent method of amending the Criminal Code is through parliamentary legislation rather than government/executive-initiated Decree. Parliamentary legislation provides more space for participation from the public in influencing the scope and content of the law. 3. The application of the new law should uphold and not undermine the Rule of Law, in particular access to the courts and guarantees for human rights. 4. The new law should be subject to an independent review process so as to ensure that it is not applied in an unbalanced manner. 5. The new law should not be used to marginalise vulnerable groups such as those seeking asylum/refuge, and special protections are needed for children. 126