A/HRC/21/3 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, 12

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