Working methods, thematic priorities and vision for a meaningful anti-torture advocacy 2017, para. 53
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Therefore, the first priority of the Special Rapporteur will be to unequivocally reaffirm the absolute and universal prohibition of all, and any, forms of torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment, to further clarify the contours and meaning of these terms in the light of the evolving challenges marking the contemporary international environment, and to call on States and non-State actors alike to renounce, and to prevent impunity for, any such practice.
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Special Rapporteur on torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment