34. The Committee observes that birth registration is crucial not only in establishing the identity and parental affiliation of a child but also to preserve his/her identity against illegal changes, such as name changes or falsification of family ties, which are easier to achieve when the child is not registered and thus lacks proof of identity. The Committee observes that children traffickers may use this strategy to traffic children, including for illicit inter-country adoption. The Committee is of the view that implementation of the right to birth registration through the establishment of a strong, integrated and universal birth registration system is one measure to combat illicit practice in inter-country adoption. 4.6.5 Right to inherit parental property 35. Having a proof of identity which indicates parental and familial ties renders birth registration important to the resolution of disputes related to the child‟s right to inherit parental and familial property. This is of heightened significance where a child is an orphan, a returning refugee or an internally displaced orphan; and where a child has been born out of wedlock, especially in predominantly patriarchal societies. 36. The Committee wishes to stress the overall importance of a well functioning civil registration system for the protection of inheritance rights of children, including orphans; that is, a civil registration system that systematically records and guarantees access to all vital statistics including births, deaths, marriages, changes of names, and affiliation. To enhance children‟s right to inherit parental property, proof of age and parental ties will not be enough: proof of the (parental) death and in some cases proof of the marriage of parents (for example in instances of communal ownership of property) will also be necessary. 4.6.6 Right to official documentation 37. The benefits of birth registration manifest throughout the life of a child including well beyond childhood. A birth certificate is often required for a person to be issued a national identity document, passport, a driving licence, a business licence, or a tax identification number. All these are services that are required into adulthood, are frequently required for participation in the economy of a country or enjoyment of civil 14