A/HRC/28/12 87. Greece requested information on the Charter of Citizens’ Rights, and expressed concern about women’s rights. 88. Guatemala noted the adoption of national human rights instruments, and expressed concern about the constitutional definition of racial discrimination. 89. Hungary noted with concern the lack of improvement for religious and ethnic minorities. 90. Iceland noted the prevalence of the death penalty, and its application to children, in particular. 91. India welcomed mechanisms and legislative reform towards protecting vulnerable persons, and cooperation with international mechanisms. 92. Indonesia appreciated the country’s commitment to human rights, and felt that further progress could be made. 93. Iraq commended the adoption of a Statute on Methods of Monitoring Police Detention Centres. 94. Ireland was concerned about the situation of religious minorities and the use of the death penalty. 95. Israel regretted corporal punishment of children, gender-based violence and promotion of harmful marriage practices. 96. Italy noted the country’s commitment to the UPR process. 97. Japan noted Iran’s commitment towards human rights, women’s participation in society and freedom of expression. 98. Kazakhstan appreciated the measures taken on women’s and children’s rights, and called for strengthened cooperation with international instruments. 99. Kuwait welcomed the measures taken on behalf of persons with disabilities. 100. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic noted efforts to protect vulnerable groups and eradicate poverty. 101. Latvia expressed concern that no special procedure had recently been invited to visit the country. 102. Lebanon commended action to protect the rights of women, children and persons with disabilities. 103. Lithuania commended the Charter of Citizens’ Rights, expressing concern regarding systematic human rights violations. 104. Luxembourg noted the alarming use of capital punishment and violations of rights of religious minorities. 105. Malaysia commended progress regarding national legislation and policies, and encouraged efforts to establish a national human rights institution (NHRI). 106. Mali welcomed efforts to implement previously accepted recommendations, and economic and social achievements. 107. Mauritania commended the drafting of a Comprehensive Plan for the Promotion of Women and Family Issues. 108. Montenegro noted legislative reform, the improved status of persons with disabilities, and the ratification of OP-CRC-SC. 9

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