freedom of thought, conscience and religion, peaceful assembly and association and the right to take part in the conduct of public affairs; 2. Takes note with appreciation of the reports of the Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression (E/CN.4/2006/55, A/HRC/4/27 and A/HRC/7/14), invites all relevant actors to consider the recommendations contained therein, and welcomes his important contribution to the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression, in particular his ongoing and increasing cooperation with other mechanisms and organizations; 3. Decides to extend for a further three years the mandate of the Special Rapporteur whose tasks will be: (a) To gather all relevant information, wherever it may occur, relating to violations of the right to freedom of opinion and expression, discrimination against, threats or use of violence, harassment, persecution or intimidation directed at persons seeking to exercise or to promote the exercise of the right to freedom of opinion and expression, including, as a matter of high priority, against journalists or other professionals in the field of information; (b) To seek, receive and respond to credible and reliable information from Governments, non-governmental organizations and any other parties who have knowledge of these cases; (c) To make recommendations and provide suggestions on ways and means to better promote and protect the right to freedom of opinion and expression in all its manifestations; (d) To contribute to the provision of technical assistance or advisory services by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights to better promote and protect the right to freedom of opinion and expression; 4. mandate: Requests the Special Rapporteur, within the framework of his/her