is left of the State works to enrich the few in power rather than to deliver public goods to the many. Corruption therefore undermines the participation of minorities and needs to be eradicated. Sixth, and finally, the promotion of economic participation and equality requires full respect for human and minority rights. Without respect for the freedom of expression, freedom of association, freedom of assembly and other fundamental rights, minorities will continue to face exclusion in most parts of society and efforts to achieve real equality will achieve much less than they can or should. In order to achieve and protect these freedoms, strong institutions and independent remedies are required. This also requires accessible legal aid, minority sensitive ombudsperson and equality institutions, and a police and judiciary which is representative of the whole of society. Let me conclude by underlining the crucial message of the Chair in her opening statement yesterday: inequality can be overcome, exclusion can be ended. Our main challenge is the integration of all groups into our societies, respecting their potential, their talents as well as their identity. This is our best weapon against exclusion, instability, and, indeed, terrorism. Thank you.

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