Recommendations: ● Consistently debate SUHAKAM’s Annual Report in Parliament. ● Amend SUHAKAM’s founding law to strengthen SUHAKAM’s functions and powers and enhance the selection and appointment process of Commissioners. 6. National Unity and Social Cohesion The National Harmony and Reconciliation Commission Bill drafted to address the racial sentiment issues was discontinued in 2020. The National Unity Action Plan 2021 - 2030 was launched in November 2021. SUHAKAM welcomes, with respect and gratitude, the decree made by the Malay Rulers at the 260th meeting of the Conference of Rulers in 2022, to urge political leaders to stop playing up racial or religious issues with the purpose of incitement. The decree is vital to preserving racial harmony and stability of the multiracial society. Recommendation: ● Revisit the decision to discontinue the National Harmony and Reconciliation Commission Bill. 7. Human Rights Education and Training SUHAKAM and MoE, jointly developed and launched two human rights modules for UPSR and PT3 pupils respectively. Furthermore, SUHAKAM worked together with RMP and developed a human rights module for RMP. Recommendation: ● To expand the implementation of the modules by incorporation within the national education curriculum for both primary and secondary schools. 8. Sustainable Development Goals SUHAKAM commends the Government for presenting its second Voluntary National Review Report in July 2021 as part of the follow up and review mechanisms of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Government’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is also reflected in the alignment of strategies and action plan of the Twelfth Malaysia Plan. Recommendation: ● Align the implementation of UPR recommendations with the SDG targets. 10