A/HRC/27/14 99. Mozambique commended the opening of branches of EHRC in some states. It praised the ratification of CRPD. 100. Myanmar commended the high annual average economic growth rate over the previous decade. It noted measures to eradicate harmful practices. 101. Namibia applauded Ethiopia for hosting refugees and providing them life-saving assistance. It noted the NHRAP. 102. Nepal welcomed Ethiopia’s success in poverty eradication and achievement of the Millennium Development Goals. It commended measures regarding food security and education. 103. The Netherlands commended the NHRAP. It was concerned about the treatment of journalists and members of opposition groups. 104. Nicaragua noted discrimination against minority and vulnerable groups, despite the measures undertaken. It commended the creation of EHRC. 105. Niger noted the importance of the adoption of the NHRAP. It appreciated measures to combat gender-based violence. 106. Nigeria praised the translation into local languages of human rights instruments. It urged Ethiopia to create an atmosphere that enshrined human rights. 107. Norway was concerned about the space for civil society and opposition parties in the run-up to the 2015 elections. 108. Paraguay noted action plans and ratification of CRPD. It encouraged ratification of treaties, independent access to prisons and elimination of torture. 109. The Philippines acknowledged efforts to promote women’s and migrants’ rights; combat FGM, gender-based violence and trafficking; and establish a minimum age for marriage. 110. Portugal welcomed the NHRAP, the death penalty moratorium, and efforts to improve access to drinking water. 111. The Republic of Korea welcomed the adoption by Ethiopia of the NHRAP, ratification of CRPD and its anti-corruption drive. 112. The Russian Federation commended progress and noted the NHRAP, the report on prison conditions, and the training of security forces. 113. Rwanda commended Ethiopia on its efforts to promote and protect human rights, including through the efforts of EHRC. 114. Saudi Arabia appreciated the ratification of CRPD and the Palermo Protocol, and policies for criminal justice to ensure peace and security. 115. Senegal commended the implementation of recommendations and the improved enjoyment of economic, social and cultural rights, and encouraged continuation of such efforts. 116. Serbia encouraged the authorities to continue with the effective implementation of international human rights obligations, particularly protection of the rights of women and children. 117. Sierra Leone encouraged Ethiopia to raise the age of criminal responsibility, improve conditions of detention and take measures to eliminate child labour. 118. Singapore noted better access to reformed health care, gender parity in tertiary education and improved political and economic participation of women. 10