The High Commissioner wishes to emphasize that States have an obligation not only to progressively realize such rights but also to respect and protect them, as clearly established by the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.23 Accordingly, in addition to setting public policy, the State should regulate social relations, mediate in conflicts of interest and oversee the coverage and quality of public and private social services.
The High Commissioner wishes to emphasize that States have an obligation not only to progressively realize such rights but also to respect and protect them, as clearly established by the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. Accordingly, in addition to setting public policy, the State should regulate social relations, mediate in conflicts of interest and oversee the coverage and quality of public and private social services.