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trial standards, judicial independence, the lack of appropriate punishment for torture and the
lack of adequate compensation for victims of torture. It also noted restrictions on the
establishment of civil society organizations. It made recommendations.
96.
Italy encouraged efforts to modify legislation further, following the amendments in
2011, and asked whether reforms to limit or abolish administrative detention had been
considered. It stated that the ban on websites was not consistent with the rights to freedom
of expression and to information. It made recommendations.
97.
Kuwait noted that the consultations with government institutions and civil society in
preparing the national report demonstrated the commitment of Jordan to human rights
obligations under international law. The media strategy 2011–2015 would ensure and
protect the independence of private media and shows the commitment of Jordan to freedom
of opinion and of expression. It made a recommendation.
98.
Kyrgyzstan noted that Jordan had dedicated itself to the implementation of the
recommendations accepted in the first cycle of the universal periodic review. It commended
the strengthened legal and institutional framework relating to women, including the
national plan for the promotion of women’s political and economic participation and related
legislation and national strategies on human trafficking and women. It made a
recommendation.
99.
Lebanon acknowledged the measures adopted to strengthen the legislative and
institutional human rights framework and efforts to protect and promote human rights.
It made recommendations.
100. Libya noted the commitment of Jordan and its efforts to strengthen human rights,
including judicial independence, separation of powers, modernizing the legislation and
national strategies. The Constitution ensures all rights and fundamental freedoms.
Welcoming cooperation with OHCHR, Libya encouraged efforts to attain the Millennium
Development Goals on eradication of poverty, provision of employment, nondiscrimination, child health and effective participation.
101. Malaysia recognized efforts to implement previous recommendations related to the
Millennium Development Goals. It noted the ongoing democratization process
incorporating human rights into national policies and development programmes. Malaysia
commended the progress made in the economic empowerment of women and the rights of
persons with disabilities. It made recommendations.
102. Maldives commended the active role of the Government in fulfilling its obligations
and engaging with the Human Rights Council. It thanked Jordan for its generosity in
accommodating thousands of refugees from the region. It appreciated the implementation
of previous recommendations, particularly regarding the rights of women. It made
recommendations.
103. Mauritania applauded the measures to ensure enjoyment of civil, political,
economic, social and cultural rights, foster democracy, ensure access to health, education
and employment, guarantee fundamental freedoms, combat violence against women and
children, protect journalists and support vulnerable groups.
104. Mexico welcomed the constitutional amendments on human rights and noted that
Jordan was hosting refugees in line with international law. It noted amendments to the
Criminal Code, establishing more severe punishments for crimes of sexual violence and
eliminating the exoneration of the perpetrators of “honour” killings. It made
recommendations.
105. Morocco applauded efforts to protect and promote human rights through
comprehensive reforms to bolster democracy. It appreciated the efforts to implement
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