A/HRC/24/13 83. Singapore noted the efforts to combat domestic violence and promote gender equality and the measures taken to combat human trafficking, provide accommodation for child victims of trafficking and ensure a coordinated approach to providing assistance to trafficking victims. 84. Slovakia noted the ratification of the CRPD, OP-CRPD and OP-CAT. It commended Azerbaijan on its Human Rights Commissioner’s renewed accreditation with “A” status in accordance with the Paris Principles. 85. Slovenia requested information on the implementation of the right to conscientious objection. While welcoming the reduction in the infant mortality rate, it was nonetheless concerned at the continuing high rate and the limited health budget. It was also concerned about intimidation of journalists and writers and the rate of sex-selective abortions. 86. Spain welcomed the adoption of legislation on gender-based discrimination and on combating domestic violence and the ratification of CRPD. It acknowledged the legislative measures adopted and training provided on torture and ill-treatment in prisons, although the issue remained a concern. 87. Sri Lanka noted the emphasis placed on improving maternal and child health, the successful measures and policies to reduce poverty and enhance social well-being and the significant achievements in addressing the needs of IDPs. 88. The State of Palestine welcomed Azerbaijan’s ratification of international human rights instruments, the adoption of legislation on education, combating domestic violence, intellectual property rights and protection of the rights of refugees and IDPs, judicial reforms and poverty reduction plans. 89. Expressing concern about the severe restrictions on the freedom of assembly, Sweden asked how Azerbaijan would reinforce respect for and application of article 58 of its Constitution and ensure implementation of the recommendation (para. 96.18) from the first UPR in 2009. It requested information about how Azerbaijan would prevent public authority agents from taking actions that were contrary to the freedom of expression. 90. While welcoming the ratification of OP-CAT, Switzerland remained concerned about persistent allegations of ill-treatment in prisons and the adoption of legislative amendments limiting constitutional freedoms, including respect for democratic principles in presidential and parliamentary elections. 91. Thailand welcomed Azerbaijan’s accession to CRPD and OP-CAT, the adoption of new legislation on education, combating domestic violence and detainee rights and freedoms, and the efforts to improve prison conditions. It remained concerned about discrimination against women. 92. Turkey commended the adoption of national plans and programmes as well as institutional and legislative improvements. Turkey praised Azerbaijan’s ratification of international human rights instruments, the establishment of ASAN, as well as efforts to provide support to IDPs and refugees. 93. Turkmenistan welcomed the steps taken to enhance the protection of human rights and freedoms and to accede to international human rights treaties, particularly those concerning equal rights for male and female workers and maternity protection. 94. United Arab Emirates welcomed the ratification of international human rights instruments and the provision of training to civil servants. It requested information on the implementation of the national plan to combat human trafficking and urged support for the national mechanism providing assistance to victims. 12