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UNDHRD
Declaration on Human Rights Defenders 		2.1
Each State has a prime responsibility and duty to protect, promote and implement all human rights and fundamental freedoms, inter alia, by adopting such steps as may be necessary to create all conditions necessary in the social, economic, political and other fields, as well as the legal guarantees required to ensure that all persons under its jurisdiction, individually and in association with others, are able to enjoy all those rights and freedoms in practice
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
2.2
Each State shall adopt such legislative, administrative and other steps as may be necessary to ensure that the rights and freedoms referred to in the present Declaration are effectively guaranteed
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
6.a
To know, seek, obtain, receive and hold information about all human rights and fundamental freedoms, including having access to information as to how those rights and freedoms are given effect in domestic legislative, judicial or administrative systems
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
9.1
In the exercise of human rights and fundamental freedoms, including the promotion and protection of human rights as referred to in the present Declaration, everyone has the right, individually and in association with others, to benefit from an effective remedy and to be protected in the event of the violation of those rights
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
9.2
To this end, everyone whose rights or freedoms are allegedly violated has the right, either in person or through legally authorized representation, to complain to and have that complaint promptly reviewed in a public hearing before an independent, impartial and competent judicial or other authority established by law and to obtain from such an authority a decision, in accordance with law, providing redress, including any compensation due, where there has been a violation of that person’s rights or freedoms, as well as enforcement of the eventual decision and award, all without undue delay
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
9.3.a
To complain about the policies and actions of individual officials and governmental bodies with regard to violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms, by petition or other appropriate means, to competent domestic judicial, administrative or legislative authorities or any other competent authority provided for by the legal system of the State, which should render their decision on the complaint without undue delay
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
9.3.b
To attend public hearings, proceedings and trials so as to form an opinion on their compliance with national law and applicable international obligations and commitments
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
9.5
The State shall conduct a prompt and impartial investigation or ensure that an inquiry takes place whenever there is reasonable ground to believe that a violation of human rights and fundamental freedoms has occurred in any territory under its jurisdiction
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
12.2
The State shall take all necessary measures to ensure the protection by the competent authorities of everyone, individually and in association with others, against any violence, threats, retaliation, de facto or de jure adverse discrimination, pressure or any other arbitrary action as a consequence of his or her legitimate exercise of the rights referred to in the present Declaration
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
14.1
The State has the responsibility to take legislative, judicial, administrative or other appropriate measures to promote the understanding by all persons under its jurisdiction of their civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
14.3
The State shall ensure and support, where appropriate, the creation and development of further independent national institutions for the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms in all territory under its jurisdiction, whether they be ombudsmen, human rights commissions or any other form of national institution
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
15
The State has the responsibility to promote and facilitate the teaching of human rights and fundamental freedoms at all levels of education and to ensure that all those responsible for training lawyers, law enforcement officers, the personnel of the armed forces and public officials include appropriate elements of human rights teaching in their training programme
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
18.2
Individuals, groups, institutions and non-governmental organizations have an important role to play and a responsibility in safeguarding democracy, promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms and contributing to the promotion and advancement of democratic societies, institutions and processes
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights 		2.2
Where not already provided for by existing legislative or other measures, each State Party to the present Covenant undertakes to take the necessary steps, in accordance with its constitutional processes and with the provisions of the present Covenant, to adopt such laws or other measures as may be necessary to give effect to the rights recognized in the present Covenant.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
ICESCR
International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights 		2.1
Each State Party to the present Covenant undertakes to take steps, individually and through international assistance and co-operation, especially economic and technical, to the maximum of its available resources, with a view to achieving progressively the full realization of the rights recognized in the present Covenant by all appropriate means, including particularly the adoption of legislative measures.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
ICERD
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination 		2.2
States Parties shall, when the circumstances so warrant, take, in the social, economic, cultural and other fields, special and concrete measures to ensure the adequate development and protection of certain racial groups or individuals belonging to them, for the purpose of guaranteeing them the full and equal enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms. These measures shall in no case en tail as a con sequence the maintenance of unequal or separate rights for different racial groups after the objectives for which they were taken have been achieved.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
CRC
Convention on the Rights of the Child 		4
States Parties shall undertake all appropriate legislative, administrative, and other measures for the implementation of the rights recognized in the present Convention. With regard to economic, social and cultural rights, States Parties shall undertake such measures to the maximum extent of their available resources and, where needed, within the framework of international co-operation.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
CEDAW
Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women 		3
States Parties shall take in all fields, in particular in the political, social, economic and cultural fields, all appropriate measures, including legislation, to en sure the full development and advancement of women , for the purpose of guaranteeing them the exercise and enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms on a basis of equality with men.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
UNDRIP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples 		29.1
Indigenous peoples have the right to the conservation and protection of the environment and the productive capacity of their lands or territories and resources. States shall establish and implement assistance programmes for indigenous peoples for such conservation and protection, without discrimination.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
Aarhus Convention
Convention on Access to Information, Public Participation in Decision-making and Access to Justice in Environmental Matters 		6.10
Each Party shall ensure that, when a public authority reconsiders or updates the operating conditions for an activity referred to in paragraph 1, the provisions of paragraphs 2 to 9 of this article are applied mutatis mutandis, and where appropriate.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
6.11
Each Party shall, within the framework of its national law, apply, to the extent feasible and appropriate, provisions of this article to decisions on whether to permit the deliberate release of genetically modified organisms into the environment.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
9.2
Each Party shall, within the framework of its national legislation, ensure that members of the public concerned
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
9.3
In addition and without prejudice to the review procedures referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, each Party shall ensure that, where they meet the criteria, if any, laid down in its national law, members of the public have access to administrative or judicial procedures to challenge acts and omissions by private persons and public authorities which contravene provisions of its national law relating to the environment.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
Kiev Protocol
Kiev Protocol on Pollutant Release and Transfer Registers to the Aarhus Convention 		3.3
Each Party shall take the necessary measures to require that employees of a facility and members of the public who report a violation by a facility of national laws implementing this Protocol to public authorities are not penalized, persecuted or harassed by that facility or public authorities for their actions in reporting the violation.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.1
Each Party shall ensure that the information required to be incorporated in its register is publicly available, compiled and presented on the register by calendar year. The reporting year is the calendar year to which that information relates. For each Party, the first reporting year is the calendar year after the Protocol enters into force for that Party. The reporting required under article 7 shall be annual. However, the second reporting year may be the second calendar year following the first reporting year.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
Escazú Agreement
Regional Agreement on Access to Information, Public Participation and Justice in Environmental Matters in Latin America and the Caribbean 		1
The objective of the present Agreement is to guarantee the full and effective implementation in Latin America and the Caribbean of the rights of access to environmental information, public participation in the environmental decision-making process and access to justice in environmental matters, and the creation and strengthening of capacities and cooperation, contributing to the protection of the right of every person of present and future generations to live in a healthy environment and to sustainable development.
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
4.1
Each Party shall guarantee the right of every person to live in a healthy environment and any other universally-recognized human right related to the present Agreement.
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
4.2
Each Party shall ensure that the rights recognized in the present Agreement are freely exercised.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
4.3
Each Party shall adopt the necessary measures, of a legislative, regulatory, administrative or any other nature, in the framework of its domestic provisions, to guarantee the implementation of the provisions of the present Agreement.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
4.4
With the aim of contributing to the effective application of the present Agreement, each Party shall provide the public with information to facilitate the acquisition of knowledge on access rights.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
4.5
Each Party shall ensure that guidance and assistance is provided to the public —particularly those persons or groups in vulnerable situations— in order to facilitate the exercise of their access rights.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
4.6
Each Party shall guarantee an enabling environment for the work of persons, associations, organizations or groups that promote environmental protection, by recognizing and protecting them.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
5.2.a
requesting and receiving information from competent authorities without mentioning any special interest or explaining the reasons for the request;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
5.2.b
being informed promptly whether the requested information is in possession or not of the competent authority receiving the request;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
5.2.c
being informed of the right to challenge and appeal when information is not delivered, and of the requirements for exercising this right.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
5.2
The exercise of the right of access to environmental information includes:
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
5.3
Each Party shall facilitate access to environmental information for persons or groups in vulnerable situations, establishing procedures for the provision of assistance, from the formulation of requests through to the delivery of the information, taking into account their conditions and specificities, for the purpose of promoting access and participation under equal conditions.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
5.4
Each Party shall guarantee that the above-mentioned persons or groups in vulnerable situations, including indigenous peoples and ethnic groups, receive assistance in preparing their requests and obtain a response.
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
5.18
Each Party shall establish or designate one or more impartial entities or institutions with autonomy and independence to promote transparency in access to environmental information, to oversee compliance with rules, and monitor, report on and guarantee the right of access to information. Each Party may consider including or strengthening, as appropriate, sanctioning powers within the scope of the responsibilities of the aforementioned entities or institutions.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
6.1
Each Party shall guarantee, to the extent possible within available resources, that the competent authorities generate, collect, publicize and disseminate environmental information relevant to their functions in a systematic, proactive, timely, regular, accessible and comprehensible manner, and periodically update this information and encourage the disaggregation and decentralization of environmental information at the subnational and local levels. Each Party shall strengthen coordination between the different authorities of the State.
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
6.2
The competent authorities shall endeavour to ensure, to the extent possible, that environmental information is reusable, processable and available in formats that are accessible, and that no restrictions are placed on its reproduction or use, in accordance with domestic legislation.
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3.f
scientific, technical or technological reports, studies and information on environmental matters produced by academic and research institutions, whether public or private, national or foreign;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3
Each Party shall have in place one or more up-to-date environmental information systems, which may include, inter alia:
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3.h
information on environmental impact assessment processes and on other environmental management instruments, where applicable, and environmental licences or permits granted by the public authorities;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3.a
the texts of treaties and international agreements, as well as environmental laws, regulations and administrative acts;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3.i
an estimated list of waste by type and, when possible, by volume, location and year; and
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3.b
reports on the state of the environment;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3.j
information on the imposition of administrative sanctions in environmental matters.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3.c
a list of public entities competent in environmental matters and, where possible, their respective areas of operation;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3.z
Each Party shall guarantee that environmental information systems are duly organized, accessible to all persons and made progressively available through information technology and georeferenced media, where appropriate.
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3.d
a list of polluted areas, by type of pollutant and location;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.3.e
information on the use and conservation of natural resources and ecosystem services;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.4
Each Party shall take steps to establish a pollutant release and transfer register covering air, water, soil and subsoil pollutants, as well as materials and waste in its jurisdiction. This register will be established progressively and updated periodically.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.5
Each Party shall guarantee that in the case of an imminent threat to public health or the environment, the relevant competent authority shall immediately disclose and disseminate through the most effective means all pertinent information in its possession that could help the public take measures to prevent or limit potential damage. Each Party shall develop and implement an early warning system using available mechanisms.
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.6
In order to facilitate access by persons or groups in vulnerable situations to information that particularly affects them, each Party shall endeavour, where applicable, to ensure that the competent authorities disseminate environmental information in the various languages used in the country, and prepare alternative formats that are comprehensible to those groups, using suitable channels of communication.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.7
Each Party shall use its best endeavours to publish and disseminate at regular intervals, not exceeding five years, a national report on the state of the environment, which may contain:
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.7.a
information on the state of the environment and natural resources, including quantitative data, where possible;
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.7.z
Such reports shall be drafted in an easily comprehensible manner and accessible to the public in different formats and disseminated through appropriate means, taking into account cultural realities. Each Party may invite the public to make contributions to these reports.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.8
Each Party shall encourage independent environmental performance reviews that take into account nationally or internationally agreed criteria and guides and common indicators, with a view to evaluating the efficacy, effectiveness and progress of its national environmental policies in fulfilment of their national and international commitments. The reviews shall include participation by the various stakeholders.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.2
Each Party shall guarantee mechanisms for the participation of the public in decision-making processes, revisions, re-examinations or updates with respect to projects and activities, and in other processes for granting environmental permits that have or may have a significant impact on the environment, including when they may affect health.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
7.3
Each Party shall promote the participation of the public in decision-making processes, revisions, re-examinations or updates other than those referred to in paragraph 2 of the present article with respect to environmental matters of public interest, such as land-use planning, policies, strategies, plans, programmes, rules and regulations, which have or may have a significant impact on the environment.
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.4
Each Party shall adopt measures to ensure that the public can participate in the decision-making process from the early stages, so that due consideration can be given to the observations of the public, thus contributing to the process. To that effect, each Party shall provide the public with the necessary information in a clear, timely and comprehensive manner, to give effect to its right to participate in the decision-making process.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.5
The public participation procedure will provide for reasonable timeframes that allow sufficient time to inform the public and for its effective participation.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.7
The public’s right to participate in environmental decision-making processes shall include the opportunity to present observations through appropriate means available, according to the circumstances of the process. Before adopting the decision, the relevant public authority shall give due consideration to the outcome of the participation process.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.9
The dissemination of the decisions resulting from environmental impact assessments and other environmental decision-making processes in which the public has participated shall be carried out through appropriate means, which may include written, electronic or oral means and customary methods, in an effective and prompt manner. The information disseminated shall include the established procedure to allow the public to take the relevant administrative and judicial actions.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.12
Each Party shall promote, where appropriate and in accordance with domestic legislation, public participation in international forums and negotiations on environmental matters or with an environmental impact, in accordance with the procedural rules on participation of each forum. The participation of the public at the national level on matters of international environmental forums shall also be promoted, where appropriate.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.17.e
the public reports and opinions of the involved entities addressed to the public authority related to the project or activity under consideration;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.17.f
a description of the available technologies to be used and alternative locations for executing the project or activity subject to assessment, when the information is available; and
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.17
With respect to the environmental decision-making processes referred to in paragraph 2 of the present article, as a minimum, the following information shall be made public:
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.17.g
actions taken to monitor the implementation and results of environmental impact assessment measures.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.17.a
a description of the area of influence and physical and technical characteristics of the proposed project or activity;
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.17.z
The aforementioned information shall be made available free of charge to the public in accordance with paragraph 17 of article 5 of the present Agreement.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.17.b
a description of the main environmental impacts of the project or activity and, as appropriate, the cumulative environmental impact;
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.17.c
a description of the measures foreseen with respect to those impacts;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.17.d
a summary of (a), (b) and (c) of the present paragraph in comprehensible, non-technical language;
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.2.c
any other decision, action or omission that affects or could affect the environment adversely or violate laws and regulations related to the environment.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.2
Each Party shall ensure, in the framework of its domestic legislation, access to judicial and administrative mechanisms to challenge and appeal, with respect to substance and procedure:
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.2.a
any decision, action or omission related to the access to environmental information;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.2.b
any decision, action or omission related to public participation in the decision-making process regarding environmental matters;
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.3.e
measures to facilitate the production of evidence of environmental damage, when appropriate and as applicable, such as the reversal of the burden of proof and the dynamic burden of proof;
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.3.f
mechanisms to execute and enforce judicial and administrative decisions in a timely manner; and
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.3
To guarantee the right of access to justice in environmental matters, each Party shall have, considering its circumstances:
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.3.g
mechanisms for redress, where applicable, such as restitution to the condition prior to the damage, restoration, compensation or payment of a financial penalty, satisfaction, guarantees of non-repetition, assistance for affected persons and financial instruments to support redress.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.3.a
competent State entities with access to expertise in environmental matters;
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.3.b
effective, timely, public, transparent and impartial procedures that are not prohibitively expensive;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.3.c
broad active legal standing in defence of the environment, in accordance with domestic legislation;
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.3.d
the possibility of ordering precautionary and interim measures, inter alia, to prevent, halt, mitigate or rehabilitate damage to the environment;
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.4.c
mechanisms to systematize and disseminate judicial and administrative decisions, as appropriate; and
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.4.d
the use of interpretation or translation of languages other than the official languages when necessary for the exercise of that right.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.4
To facilitate access to justice in environmental matters for the public, each Party shall establish:
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.4.a
measures to minimize or eliminate barriers to the exercise of the right of access to justice;
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.4.b
means to publicize the right of access to justice and the procedures to ensure its effectiveness;
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.5
In order to give effect to the right of access to justice, each Party shall meet the needs of persons or groups in vulnerable situations by establishing support mechanisms, including, as appropriate, free technical and legal assistance.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.6
Each Party shall ensure that the judicial and administrative decisions adopted in environmental matters and their legal grounds are set out in writing
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
8.7
Each Party shall promote, where appropriate, alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in environmental matters, such as mediation, conciliation or other means that allow such disputes to be prevented or resolved.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
9.1
Each Party shall guarantee a safe and enabling environment for persons, groups and organizations that promote and defend human rights in environmental matters, so that they are able to act free from threat, restriction and insecurity
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
9.2
Each Party shall take adequate and effective measures to recognize, protect and promote all the rights of human rights defenders in environmental matters, including their right to life, personal integrity, freedom of opinion and expression, peaceful assembly and association, and free movement, as well as their ability to exercise their access rights, taking into account its international obligations in the field of human rights, its constitutional principles and the basic concepts of its legal system.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
10.2.f
acknowledge the importance of associations, organizations or groups that train the public on or raise public awareness of access rights;
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
10.2
Each Party, in line with its capacities, may take, inter alia, the following measures:
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
10.2.g
strengthen capabilities to collect, retain and evaluate environmental information.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
10.2.a
train authorities and civil servants on environmental access rights;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
10.2.b
develop and strengthen environmental law and access rights awareness-raising and capacity-building programmes for, inter alia, the public, judicial and administrative officials, national human rights institutions and jurists;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
10.2.c
provide the competent institutions and entities with adequate equipment and resources;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
10.2.d
promote education and training on, and raise public awareness of, environmental matters, through, inter alia, basic educational modules on access rights for students at all levels of education;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
10.2.e
develop specific measures for persons or groups in vulnerable situations, such as providing interpreters or translators in languages other than official languages when necessary;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
11.1
The Parties shall cooperate to strengthen their national capacities with the aim of implementing the present Agreement in an effective manner.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
11.2
The Parties shall give particular consideration to least developed countries, landlocked developing countries and small island developing States from Latin America and the Caribbean.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
11.3.b
developing, sharing and implementing educational, training and awareness-raising materials and programmes;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
11.3.c
sharing experiences of voluntary codes of conduct, guidelines, good practices and standards;
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
11.3.d
committees, councils and forums of multisectoral development stakeholders to address cooperation priorities and activities.
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
11.3
For the purposes of implementing paragraph 2 of the present article, the Parties shall promote activities and mechanisms, such as:
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
11.3.a
discussions, workshops, expert exchanges, technical assistance, education and observatories;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
13
Each Party, to the extent of its ability and in accordance with its national priorities, commits to provide the resources for national activities that are needed to fulfil the obligations derived from the present Agreement.
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
European Framework Convention on Minorities
Council of Europe Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities 		10.2
In areas inhabited by persons belonging to national minorities traditionally or in substantial numbers, if those persons so request and where such a request corresponds to a real need, the Parties shall endeavour to ensure, as far as possible, the conditions which would make it possible to use the minority language in relations between those persons and the administrative authorities.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
ADRDM
American Declaration on the Rights and Duties of Man 		XXIV
Every person has the right to submit respectful petitions to any competent authority, for reasons of either general or private interest, and the right to obtain a prompt decision thereon.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
ACHR
American Convention on Human Rights 		25.1
Everyone has the right to simple and prompt recourse, or any other effective recourse, to a competent court or tribunal for protection against acts that violate his fundamental rights recognized by the constitution or laws of the state concerned or by this Convention, even though such violation may have been committed by persons acting in the course of their official duties
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
25.2.a
to ensure that any person claiming such remedy shall have his rights determined by the competent authority provided for by the legal system of the state;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
25.2.b
to develop the possibilities of judicial remedy;
16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
25.2.c
to ensure that the competent authorities shall enforce such remedies when granted.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
Protocol of San Salvador
Additional Protocol to the American Convention on Human Rights in the Area of Economic, Social and Cultural rights (Protocol of San Salvador) 		11.2
The States Parties shall promote the protection, preservation, and improvement of the environment.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
Inter-American Convention on discrimination against persons with disabilities
Inter-American Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities 		III
To achieve the objectives of this Convention, the states parties undertake:
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
III.1
To adopt the legislative, social, educational, labor-related, or any other measures needed to eliminate discrimination against persons with disabilities and to promote their full integration into society, including, but not limited to:
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
III.1.a
Measures to eliminate discrimination gradually and to promote integration by government authorities and/or private entities in providing or making available goods, services, facilities, programs, and activities such as employment, transportation, communications, housing, recreation, education, sports, law enforcement and administration of justice, and political and administrative activities;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
III.1.d
Measures to ensure that persons responsible for applying this Convention and domestic law in this area are trained to do so.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
V.1
To the extent that it is consistent with their respective internal laws, the states parties shall promote participation by representatives of organizations of persons with disabilities, nongovernmental organizations working in this area, or, if such organizations do not exist, persons with disabilities, in the development, execution, and evaluation of measures and policies to implement this Convention
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
ACHPR
African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights 		1
The Member States of the Organization of African Unity parties to the present Charter shall recognize the rights, duties and freedoms enshrined in this Charter and shall undertake to adopt legislative or other measures to give effect to them.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
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All peoples shall have the right to a general satisfactory environment favourable to their development.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
26
States parties to the present Charter shall have the duty to guarantee the independence of the Courts and shall allow the establishment and improvement of appropriate national institutions entrusted with the promotion and protection of the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the present Charter.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
ACRWC
African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child 		1.1
Member States of the Organization of African Unity, Parties to the present Charter shall recognize the rights, freedoms and duties enshrined in this Charter and shall undertake the necessary steps, in accordance with their Constitutional processes and with the provisions of the present Charter, to adopt such legislative or other measures as may be necessary to give effect to the provisions of this Charter.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
Maputo Protocol
Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa 		25.a
provide for appropriate remedies to any woman whose rights or freedoms, as herein recognised, have been violated;
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
25.b
ensure that such remedies are determined by competent judicial, administrative or legislative authorities, or by any other competent authority provided for by law.
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
25
States Parties shall undertake to:
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
26.2
States Parties undertake to adopt all necessary measures and in particular shall provide budgetary and other resources for the full and effective implementation of the rights herein recognised
 16.6 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
16.6.1 Primary government expenditures as a proportion of original approved budget, by sector (or by budget codes or similar)
16.6.2 Proportion of the population satisfied with their last experience of public services
CBD
Convention on Biological Diversity 		6.b
Integrate, as far as possible and as appropriate, the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity into relevant sectoral or cross-sectoral plans, programmes and policies.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6
Each Contracting Party shall, in accordance with its particular conditions and capabilities:
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.a
Develop national strategies, plans or programmes for the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity or adapt for this purpose existing strategies, plans or programmes which shall reflect, inter alia, the measures set out in this Convention relevant to the Contracting Party concerned;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7
Each Contracting Party shall, as far as possible and as appropriate, in particular for the purposes of Articles 8 to 10:
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.a
Identify components of biological diversity important for its conservation and sustainable use having regard to the indicative list of categories set down in Annex I;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
7.b
Monitor, through sampling and other techniques, the components of biological diversity identified pursuant to subparagraph (a) above, paying particular attention to those requiring urgent conservation measures and those which offer the greatest potential for sustainable use;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.k
Develop or maintain necessary legislation and/or other regulatory provisions for the protection of threatened species and populations
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.d
Promote the protection of ecosystems, natural habitats and the maintenance of viable populations of species in natural surroundings;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.l
Where a significant adverse effect on biological diversity has been determined pursuant to Article 7, regulate or manage the relevant processes and categories of activities
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.e
Promote environmentally sound and sustainable development in areas adjacent to protected areas with a view to furthering protection of these areas;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.m
Cooperate in providing financial and other support for in-situ conservation outlined in subparagraphs (a) to (1) above, particularly to developing countries
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8
Each Contracting Party shall, as far as possible and as appropriate:
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.f
Rehabilitate and restore degraded ecosystems and promote the recovery of threatened species, inter alia, through the development and implementation of plans or other management strategies;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.j
Subject to its national legislation, respect, preserve and maintain knowledge, innovations and practices of indigenous and local communities embodying traditional lifestyles relevant for the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity and promote their wider application with the approval and involvement of the holders of such knowledge, innovations and practices and encourage the equitable sharing of the benefits arising from the utilization of such knowledge, innovations and practices;
6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.g
Establish or maintain means to regulate, manage or control the risks associated with the use and release of living modified organisms resulting from biotechnology which are likely to have adverse environmental impacts that could affect the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity, taking also into account the risks to human health;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.a
Establish a system of protected areas or areas where special measures need to be taken to conserve biological diversity;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.h
Prevent the introduction of, control or eradicate those alien species which threaten ecosystems, habitats or species;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.b
Develop, where necessary, guidelines for the selection, establishment and management of protected areas or areas where special measures need to be taken to conserve biological diversity;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.i
Endeavour to provide the conditions needed for compatibility between present uses and the conservation of biological diversity and the sustainable use of its components;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
8.c
Regulate or manage biological resources important for the conservation of biological diversity whether within or outside protected areas, with a view to ensuring their conservation and sustainable use;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
9
Each Contracting Party shall, as far as possible and as appropriate, and predominantly for the purpose of complementing in-situ measures:
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
9.c
Adopt measures for the recovery and rehabilitation of threatened species and for their reintroduction into their natural habitats under appropriate conditions;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
10.b
Adopt measures relating to the use of biological resources to avoid or minimize adverse impacts on biological diversity;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
10.c
Protect and encourage customary use of biological resources in accordance with traditional cultural practices that are compatible with conservation or sustainable use requirements;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
10.d
Support local populations to develop and implement remedial action in degraded areas where biological diversity has been reduced;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
10.e
Encourage cooperation between its governmental authorities and its private sector in developing methods for sustainable use of biological resources.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
10
Each Contracting Party shall, as far as possible and as appropriate:
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
10.a
Integrate consideration of the conservation and sustainable use of biological resources into national decision-making;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
14.1
Each Contracting Party, as far as possible and as appropriate, shall:
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
14.1.a
Introduce appropriate procedures requiring environmental impact assessment of its proposed projects that are likeiy to have significant adverse effects on biological diversity with a view to avoiding or minimizing such effects and, where appropriate. allow for public participation in such procedures;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
UNCCD
UN Convention to Combat Desertification 		2.2
Achieving this objective will involve long-term integrated strategies that focus simultaneously, in affected areas, on improved productivity of land, and the rehabilitation, conservation and sustainable management of land and water resources, leading to improved living conditions, in particular at the community level.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
Ramsar convention
Ramsar Convention on Wetlands of International Importance Especially as Waterfowl Habitat 		4.1
Each Contracting Party shall promote the conservation of wetlands and waterfowl by establishing nature reserves on wetlands, whether they are included in the List or not, and provide adequately for their wardening.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
4.2
Where a Contracting Party in its urgent national interest, deletes or restricts the boundaries of a wetland included in the List, it should as far as possible compensate for any loss of wetland resources, and in particular it should create additional nature reserves for waterfowl and for the protection, either in the same area or elsewhere, of an adequate portion of the original habitat.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
4.3
The Contracting Parties shall encourage research and the exchange of data and publications regarding wetlands and their flora and fauna.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
4.4
The Contracting Parties shall endeavour through management to increase waterfowl populations on appropriate wetlands.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
4.5
The Contracting Parties shall promote the training of personnel competent in the fields of wetland research, management and wardening.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
UNCLOS
UN Convention on the Law of the Sea 		61.1
The coastal State shall determine the allowable catch of the living resources in its exclusive economic zone.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
61.2
The coastal State, taking into account the best scientific evidence available to it, shall ensure through proper conservation and management measures that the maintenance of the living resources in the exclusive economic zone is not endangered by over-exploitation. As appropriate, the coastal State and competent international organizations, whether subregional, regional or global, shall cooperate to this end.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
61.3
Such measures shall also be designed to maintain or restore populations of harvested species at levels which can produce the maximum sustainable yield, as qualified by relevant environmental and economic factors, including the economic needs of coastal fishing communities and the special requirements of developing States, and taking into account fishing patterns, the interdependence of stocks and any generally recommended international minimum standards, whether subregional, regional or global.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
61.4
In taking such measures the coastal State shall take into consideration the effects on species associated with or dependent upon harvested species with a view to maintaining or restoring populations of such associated or dependent species above levels at which their reproduction may become seriously threatened.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
61.5
Available scientific information, catch and fishing effort statistics, and other data relevant to the conservation of fish stocks shall be contributed and exchanged on a regular basis through competent international organizations, whether subregional, regional or global, where appropriate and with participation by all States concerned, including States whose nationals are allowed to fish in the exclusive economic zone.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
118
States shall cooperate with each other in the conservation and management of living resources in the areas of the high seas. States whose nationals exploit identical living resources, or different living resources in the same area, shall enter into negotiations with a view to taking the measures necessary for the conservation of the living resources concerned. They shall, as appropriate, cooperate to establish subregional or regional fisheries organizations to this end.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
145
Necessary measures shall be taken in accordance with this Convention with respect to activities in the Area to ensure effective protection for the marine environment from harmful effects which may arise from such activities. To this end the Authority shall adopt appropriate rules, regulations and procedures for inter alia:
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
145.a
the prevention, reduction and control of pollution and other hazards to the marine environment, including the coastline, and of interference with the ecological balance of the marine environment, particular attention being paid to the need for protection from harmful effects of such activities as drilling, dredging, excavation, disposal of waste, construction and operation or maintenance of installations, pipelines and other devices related to such activities;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
145.b
the protection and conservation of the natural resources of the Area and the prevention of damage to the flora and fauna of the marine environment.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
192
States have the obligation to protect and preserve the marine environment.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
194.1
States shall take, individually or jointly as appropriate, all measures consistent with this Convention that are necessary to prevent, reduce and control pollution of the marine environment from any source, using for this purpose the best practicable means at their disposal and in accordance with their capabilities, and they shall endeavour to harmonize their policies in this connection.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
194.2
States shall take all measures necessary to ensure that activities under their jurisdiction or control are so conducted as not to cause damage by pollution to other States and their environment, and that pollution arising from incidents or activities under their jurisdiction or control does not spread beyond the areas where they exercise sovereign rights in accordance with this Convention.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
194.3
The measures taken pursuant to this Part shall deal with all sources of pollution of the marine environment. These measures shall include, inter alia, those designed to minimize to the fullest possible extent:
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
194.3.a
the release of toxic, harmful or noxious substances, especially those which are persistent, from land-based sources, from or through the atmosphere or by dumping;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
194.3.b
pollution from vessels, in particular measures for preventing accidents and dealing with emergencies, ensuring the safety of operations at sea, preventing intentional and unintentional discharges, and regulating the design, construction, equipment, operation and manning of vessels;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
194.3.c
pollution from installations and devices used in exploration or exploitation of the natural resources of the seabed and subsoil, in particular measures for preventing accidents and dealing with emergencies, ensuring the safety of operations at sea, and regulating the design, construction, equipment, operation and manning of such installations or devices;
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
194.3.d
pollution from other installations and devices operating in the marine environment, in particular measures for preventing accidents and dealing with emergencies, ensuring the safety of operations at sea, and regulating the design, construction, equipment, operation and manning of such installations or devices.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
194.5
The measures taken in accordance with this Part shall include those necessary to protect and preserve rare or fragile ecosystems as well as the habitat of depleted, threatened or endangered species and other forms of marine life.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
195
In taking measures to prevent, reduce and control pollution of the marine environment, States shall act so as not to transfer, directly or indirectly, damage or hazards from one area to another or transform one type of pollution into another.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
196.1
States shall take all measures necessary to prevent, reduce and control pollution of the marine environment resulting from the use of technologies under their jurisdiction or control, or the intentional or accidental introduction of species, alien or new, to a particular part of the marine environment, which may cause significant and harmful changes thereto.
 6.6 (6. Clean water and sanitation)

By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes.
6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time