A/HRC/28/16 122. The Islamic Republic of Iran commended Egypt’s participation in the UPR process. 123. Iraq commended the establishment of the Committee for institutional reform. 124. Ireland called for the implementation of the rights set out in the Constitution. 125. Israel recognized counter-terrorism efforts and expressed concern about violence in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula. 126. Italy urged Egypt to review mass death sentences and ensure defendants receive fair trials. 127. Japan noted political normalization and the Constitution’s protection measures for women and children. 128. Jordan welcomed the amended Constitution, which enshrines new rights and freedoms. 129. Kazakhstan welcomed the adoption of the new Constitution and hoped it would be followed by concrete steps. 130. Kuwait commended the inclusion of human rights guarantees in the amended Constitution. 131. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic commended efforts with regard to unemployment and housing. 132. Latvia noted Egypt’s amended Constitution that contained extensive human rights guarantees. 133. Lebanon commended the constitutional provisions concerning freedom of belief and women’s rights. 134. Lesotho commended achievements in the socioeconomic, civil and political spheres. 135. Lithuania commended the improved human rights guarantees in Egypt’s amended Constitution. 136. Luxembourg reiterated its support for Egypt’s transitional process. 137. Malaysia recognized efforts to restore political stability but was concerned by discontent. 138. Canada commended Egypt’s amended Constitution and efforts to move towards democracy. 139. Mali was pleased with cooperation with procedures and mechanisms to promote human rights. 140. Mauritania welcomed Egypt’s willingness to host the OHCHR North Africa Regional Office. 141. Mexico noted Egypt’s adoption of a law to promote gender parity in parliament and presidential appointments. 142. Montenegro was concerned by mass death sentences and doubted that such sentences could have positive results. 143. Morocco commended harsher penalties for violence against women and promotion of dialogue between religions. 144. Mozambique commended cooperation with the Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, especially women and children. 11