A/HRC/25/5 122. New Zealand noted progress in economic and social rights to close the rural-urban income gap. It welcomed death penalty reform. 123. Nicaragua highlighted NHRAP and human rights-education promotion. It commended economic achievements and encouraged inequality eradication and better wealth distribution to achieve sustainable development. 124. The Niger welcomed the strengthening of the judicial and institutional framework and encouraged China to continue implementing NHRAP. 125. Nigeria commended China on consulting civil society organizations, academic institutions and the public in preparing the national report. 126. Norway welcomed preparations to ratify ICCPR and legal reforms, including on executions. It expressed concern regarding freedom of expression. 127. Oman commended the developments achieved by China, including its efforts in providing decent living standards in both urban and rural areas. 128. Pakistan commended promotion of economic and social development in Xinjiang Autonomous Region, ensuring freedom of belief and stability. 129. Poland expressed concerns regarding media and academic freedom and attempts to undermine freedom of religion, culture and expression of the Tibetan Buddhist community. 130. Portugal welcomed protection of economic and social rights, introduction of nine years of compulsory education and death penalty reforms. 131. Qatar commended actions to protect and promote human rights implemented under NHRAP. 132. The Republic of Korea welcomed the revision of the Exit-Entry Administration Law on the refugee status determination process. 133. The Republic of Moldova commended cooperation with UPR, recommendations implemented and measures adopted. 134. Romania noted adoption of NHRAP and progress in combating human trafficking and guaranteeing the right to education. 135. The Russian Federation welcomed achievements in human rights, especially in protection of rights of religious minorities and humanization of criminal legislation. 136. Rwanda welcomed improved health conditions and nine-year compulsory education and the amended use of the death penalty. 137. Saudi Arabia welcomed progress made, particularly in ethnic minority regions, at the political, cultural and educational levels. 138. Senegal commended the improved protection of the rights of women, children and the elderly and noted that development cooperation was a priority. 139. Serbia commended efforts in strengthening human rights legislation and encouraged China to further implement ratified treaties. 140. Seychelles acknowledged efforts to adopt policies and procedures in line with United Nations recommendations and encouraged China to further those efforts. 141. Sierra Leone noted the establishment of human rights safeguards, new human rights laws and efforts to address the right to development. 142. Singapore noted the strong emphasis on improving education infrastructure and facilities, including rural and ethnic minority areas. 10