A/HRC/39/12 80. Djibouti welcomed progress made on the rights of the child and of persons with disabilities, and the strengthening of the National Human Rights Commission. 81. Egypt asked about the legal measures adopted and social security strategy launched to protect the elderly, and welcomed the adoption of a programme to provide jobs and stable income for the poorest groups. 82. Estonia commended Bangladesh for its efforts in keeping its borders open and protecting refugees fleeing discrimination, persecution and violence in Myanmar. 83. Finland commended measures taken since the last review cycle to address violence against women and girls, but remained concerned over the high number of reports of such violence. 84. France commended the progress made on the right to food, health care and education, and the good reception given to the refugees from Myanmar. 85. Gabon welcomed efforts in managing natural disasters and guaranteeing the rights of vulnerable people, such as women, children, and people living with HIV/AIDS. 86. Georgia welcomed the country’s efforts to combat trafficking and commended its efforts to receive Rohingya refugees with full respect for the international protection regime, despite not being a party to the Convention relating to the Status of Refugees. 87. Germany expressed appreciation to Bangladesh for offering refuge to hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees. 88. Ghana commended efforts to protect human rights and noted particularly the strengthening of democratic institutions and accountability mechanisms. 89. Greece commended the generosity in hosting Rohingya refugees and the immense efforts made by Bangladesh in facing the Rohingya humanitarian crisis. 90. Guyana congratulated Bangladesh on the distinction of having women in the roles of Prime Minister, Speaker, and Leader and Deputy Leader of the Opposition. 91. Haiti congratulated Bangladesh on its continued efforts to protect the rights of large numbers of refugees fleeing discrimination and violence in the region. 92. The Holy See acknowledged efforts to promote and protect human rights, particularly of Rohingya refugees, and progress made in poverty reduction and in interfaith dialogue. 93. Honduras expressed appreciation for progress in implementing recommendations from the previous review and reiterated its support for the Government’s efforts. 94. Iceland paid tribute to the Government’s hospitality and compassion in providing humanitarian assistance to the Rohingya community. 95. India commended the progress achieved in relation to development, poverty reduction and food security, and praised measures for improving gender equality in accessing education, health care and employment. 96. Indonesia commended the strengthening of institutional and legal measures to protect women from violence. It welcomed the adoption of the Ombudsman Act and the addressing of trafficking. 97. The Islamic Republic of Iran noted that the unexpected influx of Rohingya refugees had hindered the progress made to protect human rights, which required attention from the international community. 98. Saudi Arabia commended human rights education efforts, including the training provided by the National Human Rights Commission to the law enforcement agencies, and incorporating human rights in the police academy curriculum. 99. Ireland commended Bangladesh on its protection of Rohingya refugees and its cooperation with the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Myanmar, while being concerned over legislation restricting freedom of expression and over reports of violence against human rights defenders. 8