A/HRC/29/11 15. The Government of Armenia had paid particular attention to ensuring the freedom, independence and pluralism of the media throughout the legislative reforms that had been conducted since independence, cooperating with regional organizations in the field. The development of the Internet had become one of its strategic priorities, along with legislation aimed at protecting the interests of users of electronic communications services. According to international watchdogs, Armenia was a country with a free Internet. The Criminal Code had been amended in 2010 in order to decriminalize defamation. 16. The activities of Armenia to combat trafficking in persons included public awareness campaigns and a new law adopted in 2014. Governmental, non-governmental and international organizations comprised an inter-agency working group on the issue and Armenia was active in the relevant activities of the Council of Europe. B. Interactive dialogue and responses by the State under review 17. During the interactive dialogue, 70 delegations made statements. Recommendations made during the dialogue can be found in section II of the present report. 18. Kyrgyzstan noted with satisfaction that Armenia had made considerable progress towards implementing its obligations made in the previous review. It mentioned the cooperation of Armenia with international organizations and commended it for a series of measures which the country had taken pertaining to the empowerment of women. 19. Latvia was pleased at the enactment of specific legislation on equality between men and women, including the National Programme Against Gender-based Violence, but remained concerned at reports of violence against women and attacks against journalists. 20. Lebanon acknowledged the efforts of Armenia in developing constitutional mechanisms to enhance the situation of human rights and fundamental freedoms, in combating human trafficking and in protecting national minorities and multiculturalism. 21. Lithuania welcomed the National Programme for the Protection of the Rights of the Child. It stated that, despite a relatively strong policy framework, gender inequality persisted. Lithuania noted that cases of violence against human rights defenders and journalists were still being reported. 22. Malaysia commended Armenia for its extensive efforts in promoting gender equality and in combating gender violence. It also recognized the achievements made in promoting the right to education and the employment of persons with disabilities. 23. Mauritania welcomed the adoption of the 2011 Law on Freedom of Assemblies and the 2013 Law on Equality of Opportunities for Women and Men, and of the National Strategy for the Protection of Human Rights in 2013. Mauritania also noted efforts regarding women, children’s rights and education. 24. Mexico recognized the efforts of Armenia on migration, especially the signing of ICRMW, and the enactment of laws on equal opportunities between men and women, and on freedom of assembly. 25. Montenegro asked if Armenia had implemented a programme of education and awareness-raising on international human rights instruments and the country’s related obligations, and expressed concern at legislation on discrimination. 26. Morocco welcomed the adoption of the National Strategy for the Protection of Human Rights and the ratification of ICPPED and CRPD. 5