A/HRC/16/10 the possibility of ratifying the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. Azerbaijan welcomed the action plans to combat the commercial sexual exploitation of children and child labour. Azerbaijan made recommendations. 28. Mexico noted that the reports on Honduras clearly reflected the major institutional challenges in improving the human rights situation, which had been affected by the breakdown of the democratic constitutional order in June 2009. It commended the investigation of human rights violations, including the 250 complaints collected by the Office of the Special Prosecutor. Mexico made recommendations. 29. Canada welcomed Honduras’ efforts to strengthen human rights and move toward national reconciliation, the establishment of a Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the appointment of a Special Prosecutor for Human Rights and the creation of a new Ministry of Justice and Human Rights. It commended Honduras for extending an open invitation to international human rights organizations, including OHCHR and the Organization of American States. Canada noted allegations of intimidation, harassment and death threats against members of civil society. Canada expressed concerns towards the sharp increase in murders of women and journalists, and its negative impact on freedom of expression in Honduras. Canada noted that many of the perpetrators have not been brought to justice. Canada made recommendations. 30. Ireland welcomed the voluntary commitments made by Honduras as well as the standing invitation to special procedures. It was concerned about the restrictions on freedom of expression, the situation of human rights defenders, and the violent deaths of women. Ireland asked about measures to tackle violence against women and to deal with increasing violence against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender advocacy groups. Ireland made recommendations. 31. While recognizing encouraging developments in the field of human rights, such as the creation of a Ministry of Human Rights and the announced creation of a Commission against Impunity, Germany asked what administrative and legal measures had been adopted to end torture and ill treatment by law enforcement officials. Germany also asked for information about support programmes for the victims of gender-based or sexual violence, trafficking and sexual exploitation. Germany made recommendations. 32. The Netherlands expressed concern over the human rights violations committed during and after the political crisis of June 2009, which had gone unpunished. It also expressed concern about the prevalence of violence against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons and the inadequate response by law enforcement officials. The Netherlands made recommendations. 33. The Holy See welcomed the efforts made to preserve democracy and re-establish the rule of law. It commended Honduras for its national human rights institution and welcomed efforts to protect the right to life. The Holy See encouraged Honduras to move forward on the path of reconciliation. The Holy See made recommendations. 34. Hungary considered the abolishment of the death penalty as a sign of respect for human rights. It noted with appreciation the reforms aimed at preventing and eradicating torture, but underscored the persistent occurrence of the torture and ill treatment of detainees. While noting that effective interaction between society and the State was an essential factor, Hungary indicated that that goal was hindered by the lack of independence of the judiciary. Hungary made recommendations. 35. Brazil underlined the fact that its participation in this interactive dialogue did not alter the present political relations between Honduras and Brazil. It noted with satisfaction that Honduras was party to most international human rights instruments and had extended a 6