A/HRC/15/37/Add.5 peoples of Russia continue to face multiple impediments to the full enjoyment of their human rights, especially in some regions. Further efforts are needed to ensure that the existing laws guaranteeing indigenous communities’ rights over land and to natural resources are fully and consistently implemented throughout Russia and for all indigenous peoples; that indigenous peoples are ensured adequate political representation at the municipal, regional and federal levels of government; and that indigenous people’s right to consultation in decisions affecting them, including decisions about the industrial development of natural resources; and their right to determine that their legal and governing structures and economic priorities are fully respected. Conscious of these challenges, the Special Rapporteur offers several recommendations that may serve to enhance the recognition and protection of the rights of the indigenous peoples in Russia in line with the Government’s commitments and international standards, together with the recommendation that the Government consider declaring its support for the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. 2 GE.10-14779