A/HRC/17/7 50. Yemen expressed it’s appreciation for the progress made by Oman in a relatively short period in the human rights area. It noted that Oman had built the necessary legal framework to implement human rights principles at the national level, especially with regard to the rights of women and children. Yemen welcomed that Oman had made such progress based on the preservation of the specificities and social values of Oman, while benefiting from the experience and best practices of others. 51. Indonesia noted increased efforts to make human rights awareness a core part of the national education system. It noted that human trafficking was becoming a significant challenge for the Sultanate and commended Omani efforts to tackle this issue with the seriousness it deserved. Indonesia shared concerns voiced by various stakeholders that the National Human Rights Commission was not yet accredited by the International Coordinating Committee (ICC). 52. Lebanon noted that Oman had taken major steps towards the promotion of human rights with the creation of the National Human Rights Commission and the committee to combat human trafficking. In recent years, Oman had made concrete achievements in different areas related to economic, social and cultural rights. Lebanon particularly commended initiatives for the empowerment of Omani women and the promotion of their participation in the Consultative Council (Majlis el-Shura) and in the economic sphere. 53. Libyan Arab Jamahiriya commended the achievements regarding, inter alia, the rights to health and education, the right to work, and the freedom of opinion and expression. The Libyan Arab Jamahiriya also appreciated the efforts made by the National Human Rights Commission in raising awareness concerning human rights in all regions of the country. It further welcomed the lifting of reservations to CRC. 54. Malaysia commended Oman for major strides particularly in the area of legislative reform and socio-economic development, including increased investment in education, health, training and social services, and for its proactive stance in advancing the rights of women and children. It welcomed the intention of Oman to withdraw its reservations to CRC and noted its seriousness in addressing the scourge of human trafficking and issues related to migrant workers. 55. Singapore commended Oman for its support for the rights of women, children of ethnic minorities and the disabled. It also noted that the high ranking of Oman in the 2010 Human Development Report as a testament to the great strides that the nation had made in social development and economic progress, leading to significant improvement in healthcare and education. It noted that fighting terrorism was one of the main challenges today and that Oman had made tremendous achievements in this respect. 56. Bangladesh noted Oman’s economic growth and efforts in the area of governance and free education and health care. It further noted measures to reduce gender disparity, including in educational levels, as well as the increased life expectancy. Bangladesh welcomed the existence of an administrative court, a functioning human rights institution and guarantees for the enjoyment of religious rights. It noted that the National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking provided safeguards against trafficking and forced labour. It commended efforts regarding the welfare of expatriate workers and the constitutional recognition of the family as basis of society. 57. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland was pleased to note the confirmation concerning the lifting of reservations to CRC. It welcomed the work in combating discrimination against women, including the designation of an official Omani Women’s day, and Oman’s ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The United Kingdom was concerned that some aspects of the domestic law still allowed for discrimination against women and migrant workers. It encouraged Oman to address concerns by the Committee of the Rights of the Child during the preparation of the 9