45th session of the Universal Periodic Review
Universal Periodic Review Working Group – 45th Session
Universal Periodic Review of Jordan
25 January 2024
Statement by Australia
Thank you, Vice President
Australia acknowledges Jordan’s ongoing reforms to advance the status of women and its commitment to increase women’s economic participation.
Australia seeks further action from Jordan regarding its application of gender equality laws, the practice of administrative detention, and use of the death penalty.
Australia recommends Jordan:
- Ensure comprehensive and effective implementation of all measures to prevent violence against women and girls, and bring perpetrators to justice.
- Repeal the Crime Prevention Law and end the practice of administrative detention.
- Establish a moratorium on the death penalty as a step toward its complete abolition.