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Elimination of discrimination against the LGBTI community is a priority, Minister of Justice Anna Procopiou stated on Wednesday, on the occasion world day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia.
Respect and promotion of LGBTI rights are a key element of policies and actions at all levels, the minister’s announcement read.
“We are firm supporters of the human rights of LGBTI people. We are advocates of their equal treatment and demonstrate zero tolerance towards any kind of prejudice, discrimination, unequal treatment or violence,” the statement continued.
Procopiou added that guided by principles and values of equality, and respect for dignity and diversity, her ministry supports and will continue to support the rights of every individual to free expression, self-determination, and equal treatment.
“The injustices and discriminations that, unfortunately, even today our fellow citizens are subjected to, must finally be eliminated. [OUR] obligation [IS] to build an open and inclusive society where each person can define their own identity and freely express their personality without obstacles, violence, discrimination and exclusion,” the statement concluded.
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