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vi. A legal framework alone would not suffice in preventing torture if not
implemented. It is essential for the implementation measures, which
can be done via training and procedural safeguards established
within enforcement agencies.
vii. Human rights training for enforcement officers should extend beyond
general human rights training and include training on how to conduct
investigative interviews as a method of interrogation.
viii. It is vital for SUHAKAM as NHRI to buttress its working relations with
government agencies in preventing torture and ill-treatment
practices though an MoU and other agreements as was done by
the Indonesian NHRI.
ix. That CSOs may further their advocacy by submitting reports to the
UN Committee against Torture (CAT Committee) during the reporting
period. It is also important for CSOs to establish good relations with
Parliament for strengthening lobbying efforts.
x. Government agencies, NHRIs and CSOs in need of capacity-building
should seek assistance from the Office of the High Commission of
Human Rights for training on international treaties, processes of
ratification or accession and certain financial aid.
Regional Dialogue on Malaysia’s Accession to UNCAT on 8 July.