A/HRC/32/17 133. Haiti welcomed progress in achieving ethnic diversity, social harmony and an open immigration policy. 134. The Holy See noted the Inter-Agency Task Force on Trafficking in Persons, and the national plan of action on trafficking in persons. 135. Honduras welcomed the ratification of the Palermo Protocol. 136. India welcomed the ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the high representation of women in public life, and recent legislative initiatives aimed at preventing trafficking in persons. 137. Indonesia encouraged Singapore to consider developing a comprehensive human rights national action plan and strengthening national human rights institutions in conformity with the principles relating to the status of national institutions for the promotion and protection of human rights (the Paris Principles). 138. The Islamic Republic of Iran appreciated efforts in education, public health and protection of the elderly. 139. Iraq urged ratification of the remaining core international human rights treaties. 140. Ireland noted the ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the signature of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, and the national action plan on trafficking in persons. Ireland expressed concern about the resumption of executions in 2014 and reports of restrictions on the right to freedom of peaceful assembly. 141. New Zealand acknowledged that judges were allowed to exercise discretion in imposing the death penalty in some cases. 142. Italy welcomed measures to strengthen social protection and investments aimed at improving education, health care and housing, and the commitment of Singapore to advancing the rights of women and the situation of the elderly. 143. Jamaica welcomed the advances in social cohesion achieved through the promotion of human rights and the rule of law. 144. Japan welcomed measures to provide financial support for lower-income citizens, improve education and health care, promote the rights of persons with disabilities, improve working environments and respond to the challenges of the ageing society. 145. Kazakhstan welcomed the progress in social protection, health, education, housing and women’s rights, and the policy of ensuring equal standing and opportunities to all citizens. 146. Kenya welcomed the progressive social policies that promoted harmony and social inclusion. 147. Kuwait noted achievements in education, health care and the rule of law. 148. Kyrgyzstan noted ethnic and religious diversity in Singapore. It also welcomed policies to promote and protect human rights. 149. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic welcomed the progress in social protection, social harmony, building a fair and inclusive society, gender equality, education and healthcare services, and freedom of expression. 150. Latvia welcomed measures to strengthen social protection, in particular to ensure access to quality education for all, enhance gender equality, provide universal health care, and strengthen child protection. 13