Human rights defenders, journalists and political opponents were harassed and criminalized. Unfounded criminal prosecutions indicated a lack of judicial independence. There were signs of progress in the state’s attitude towards Indigenous Peoples, but leaders protecting territories and rights were still criminalized. The prosecution of crimes against humanity perpetrated during the 1960-1996 internal armed conflict was delayed. The government took steps to recognize human rights violations against women, regulate the health service and improve water quality. Same-sex marriage remained prohibited.
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