A/HRC/10/75 Page 15 information on measures taken to advance women’s participation in society. On human trafficking, Japan welcomed the promulgation of Federal Law 51, the establishment of a national committee on the issue, and the financial contribution to the Global Initiative to Fight Human Trafficking. 76. Turkey commended the State for establishing a follow-up mechanism to implement the recommendations of the Council, and for the national strategy for the advancement of women. Turkey welcomed the Government's plans to conduct a comprehensive review of labour regulations and procedures in cooperation with ILO. It encouraged the State to continue to set a good example in the promotion and protection of women’s rights and to increase its efforts to provide effective protection to migrant workers, particularly the most vulnerable groups, such as women domestic workers. 77. China appreciated the improvement of the human rights situation, the enhancement of women’s situation and the universality of education in recent years in the State. It asked about the measures taken by the Government to protect migrant workers in the areas of medical insurance, housing and wages. 78. Spain noted that the death penalty still exists even though it is rarely applied, and asked whether the Government planned to abolish it. Spain also asked what further steps were envisaged to develop democratic institutions in the country, and if the Government intended to extend the legislative powers of the Federal National Council and provide for the election of all its members by universal suffrage. 79. South Africa stated that the national report highlights an initiative that would address the development of infrastructure in remote rural areas. It recommended (a) fast-tracking its development, with a view to ensuring the enjoyment of economic and social rights of people living in remote rural areas; (b) accelerating the process of elaborating a national plan of action with a view of instilling a culture of human rights; and (c) guaranteeing adequate protection for workers through the effective implementation of legislative and administrative labour laws. It also asked for additional information concerning programmes to ensure skills transfer to ordinary citizens. 80. Azerbaijan noted that the State is in the process of joining international instruments, such as the Convention against Torture, and encouraged it to strengthen efforts to combat human trafficking. Azerbaijan asked about measures taken for the training in human rights of the various authorities dealing with migrant workers, especially the police. 81. Afghanistan expressed thanks for the quick realization of labour-related rights and for the establishment of various mechanisms for the settlement of labour conflicts. Afghanistan requested the delegation to explain how these mechanisms operate and how they can contribute to the settlement of labour disputes. 82. The Sudan congratulated the State for having prepared the report with the participation of all stakeholders. It said the State was paying attention to providing decent housing for its citizens through various housing programmes and housing loans, and various humanitarian initiatives were in place to assist other countries that also need to provide its citizens with adequate housing. It asked what the plans and projects are in the future for providing all its citizens with decent housing.