42. On 4 April 2003 the Government formally requested the assistance of the United Nations Secretary-General in connection with the establishment and functioning of the Commission for the Investigation of Illegal Groups and Clandestine Security Organizations (CICIACS), with a view to providing assistance in the investigation and break-up of illegal groups presumed responsible for threats and attacks on human rights defenders, justice officials, journalists and witnesses.
42. On 4 April 2003 the Government formally requested the assistance of the United Nations Secretary-General in connection with the establishment and functioning of the Commission for the Investigation of Illegal Groups and Clandestine Security Organizations (CICIACS), with a view to providing assistance in the investigation and break-up of illegal groups presumed responsible for threats and attacks on human rights defenders, justice officials, journalists and witnesses.