A/72/165 100. Existing mechanisms and platforms for minorities within the United Nations system should be strengthened, including the Forum on Minority Issues. The Forum plays a pivotal role as a unique and global platform to facilitate dialogue and address relevant issues pertaining to minorities. It should be provided with the resources necessary to implement its mandate fully. Consideration should be given to raising the Forum’s profile at the regional and international levels, following up the implementation of its recommendations, fostering ownership of the Forum’s agenda by minorities and promoting more interactive dialogue and discussion during the Forum’s sessions. 101. It is important for the United Nations network on racial discrimination and protection of minorities to update the Human Rights Council regularly on its work. The United Nations should also consider appointing a high -level official on minority issues within the Secretariat and establishing senior positions within departments and agencies to look into issues of minority rights protection, diversity management and safeguarding pluralistic societies. The designation of minority focal points in all United Nations field offices would be another great step forward. 22/22 17-12138