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on the death penalty since 1993 but remained concerned that detainees were still on death
row and death sentences continued to be imposed. Hungary made recommendations.
85.
India welcomed efforts to modernize the criminal justice system, the introduction of
strategic planning in human rights, and measures to promote and protect the rights of
migrant workers, especially the importance attached to the issue as a country of origin,
transit and destination.
86.
Indonesia commended Morocco for its accession to and ratification of various
international instruments and the adoption of the National Action Plan for Democracy and
Human Rights. It praised its policies with regard to migrants. Indonesia made
recommendations.
87.
Iraq commended Morocco on the adoption of its new Constitution and its efforts in
and commitment to promoting and protecting human rights, not least the withdrawal of its
reservations to CEDAW. Iraq made recommendations.
88.
Ireland noted that the Family Code stipulated that the legal age of marriage was 18
and welcomed the changes in the Constitution regarding gender equality. It highlighted
Morocco’s commitment to provide unimpeded access to all special procedures but
remained concerned about the human rights situation in Western Sahara. Ireland made
recommendations.
89.
Italy welcomed the latest political developments in Morocco and commended it on
its de facto moratorium on capital punishment. It requested information on the
implementation of the “Equality Agenda for 2011–2015”. Italy made recommendations.
90.
Jordan noted the positive developments that have occurred in Morocco in the human
rights field and welcomed the implementation of initiatives on good governance and the
dialogue between the Government and human rights NGOs.
Jordan made
recommendations.
91.
Kuwait was impressed by Morocco’s efforts in human rights and to ensure the rule
of law and the independence of the judiciary. It requested more information on the national
development initiative and its impact on the citizens concerned. Kuwait made
recommendations.
92.
Latvia noted that Morocco had expressly stated its openness to cooperation with the
Human Rights Council special procedures. It thanked Morocco for their constructive
engagement in the UPR process. Latvia made recommendations.
93.
Lebanon welcomed the adoption by Morocco of a new Constitution, the ratification
of number of human rights treaties and steps taken to ensure gender equality. Lebanon
made a recommendation.
94.
Lesotho noted the measures taken by Morocco to promote and protect the right to
health and the economic, social and cultural rights. It also commended Morocco for its
constructive participation in the UPR process.
95.
Libya welcomed concrete steps taken toward strengthening and protecting human
rights, particularly, the ratification of number of human rights treaties and the withdrawal of
reservations to CEDAW.
96.
Madagascar noted Morocco’s interest expressed for human rights and fundamental
questions. It congratulated Morocco’s continued mobilization and active involvement in the
promotion of the UPR mechanism.
97.
Malaysia welcomed the recent legislative reform and socio-economic development
measures. It noted Morocco’s increased investment in health, education, job creation,
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