A/69/334 be put in place, along with robust monitoring and reporting mechanisms. UNHCR noted specific positive developments in some specific European countries. 69. UNHCR recognized that a number of countries in the Middle East and North Africa were increasingly affected by the displacement caused by the humanitarian crisis and the resultant strains on host communities in terms of infrastructure, resources and tolerance. The organization noted the efforts of neighbouring countries to provide appropriate treatment and protection for refugees by ensuring access to territory and to swift and fair asylum procedur es. 70. In 2013, UNHCR offices throughout North Africa witnessed an increase in the number of asylum seekers, some of whom fled persecution based on race and/or ethnicity. While in transit, refugees, asylum seekers and migrants, particularly those from sub-Saharan Africa, are confronted with discrimination and defamation because of the colour of their skin. In particular, instability in the region has contributed to the challenges of managing existing populations of concern and stretched communities’ tolerance for arriving refugees and asylum seekers. B. International Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists 71. The organization provided information on anti-Semitic remarks made by a government official and the media of a Middle Eastern country. Express ions of contempt, racism and anti-Semitism have been directed at the local Jewish community and at Israel. According to the Association, Government officials took part in demonstrations where they incited violence against Jews and Israelis. Additionally, a media outlet published an article admonishing Jews to apologize for Israel’s actions. The article allegedly also called for a boycott of all Jewish products and businesses in the country. Reportedly, the Government has taken no action in relation to these manifestations of anti-Semitism. C. University of Edinburgh 72. The University of Edinburgh raised the issue of manifestations of racism and xenophobia in extreme-right music. Contravening legislation and attempts at censorship, extremists have continued to disseminate white supremacist and anti-foreigner messages with their lyrics and imagery. Seeking to attract new audiences, extremists have utilized more accessible music styles, such as folk, country and pop. They have diversified the content of t heir music and appropriated cultural heritages to express xenophobic beliefs. The University highlighted how extreme-right musicians have projected a more inclusive image and targeted youths. Additionally, women band members have appealed to a broader supp ort base. IV. Conclusions and recommendations 73. The Special Rapporteur is grateful to all States for the information provided on the measures implemented pursuant to General Assembly resolution 68/150. He also appreciates the contributions received from other organizations and civil society. He recalls the importance of full cooperation with his mandate as stipulated in Human Rights Council resolution 25/32. 14-59563 13/17