Liechtenstein – Universal Periodic Review  

Session reviewed: 43rd session of the Universal Periodic Review

Date reviewed: May 9, 2023

Canada welcomes the recent positive developments in Liechtenstein related to the push for equal adoption rights for same-sex couples. Canada also acknowledges the progress made in the prevention of gender-based violence and the protection of women victimized by it.

Canada recommends that Liechtenstein:

• Further improve the rights of same-sex couples by allowing for full equality with regards to adoption and marriage rights.
• Implement adequately funded parental leave that is administered in a way that does not discriminate against lower income families.
• Further strengthen children’s and women’s rights by developing a comprehensive national prevention strategy to address domestic violence.

Canada welcomes the signing of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities since the last UPR cycle – it hopes that the signature is followed by ratification and sufficient funding and resources for full implementation.