CHAPTER 5 CHAPTER 5 - REPORT OF THE INTERNATIONAL ISSUES AND COOPERATION COMMITTEE REPORT OF THE INTERNATIONAL ISSUES AND COOPERATION COMMITTEE The Commission undertook several key roles in international and regional networks, thereby enhancing its interaction with the international human rights machinery. It also played an active role in contributing to the development of international and regional human rights mechanisms. While the Commission expanded its international engagement and presence, it also recognised the need to promote awareness of the importance of regional and international human rights mechanisms at the local level, in partnership with external stakeholders. 1. THE COMMISSION’S STATUS IN THE UN INTERNATIONAL COORDINATING COMMITTEE OF NATIONAL INSTITUTIONS FOR PROMOTION AND PROTECTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS (ICC) On 22 January, the Commission received reconfirmation of its ‘A’ status from the ICC Sub Committee on Accreditation (SCA). While the SCA recognised the constructive approach the Commission had taken in pursuing the two Amendment Acts to the Commission’s founding Act in 2009, it also recorded its concern on the following issues: (i) The selection of civil society representatives on the Selection Committee is at the sole discretion of the Prime Minister; (ii) Decisions of the Selection Committee are only recommendatory, since the Prime Minister is required to consult with, but is not bound to accept its decisions. (iii) The proposed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to be used in situations where a member is being considered for reappointment and cases of dismissal are yet to be adopted by the Government. 81