A/HRC/32/6 and welcomed the ratification of Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture. It noted that half of Mozambique had no access to safe drinking water and sanitation. 81. Swaziland observed that Mozambique had successfully addressed most of the recommendations of the previous review, ratifying and domesticating legal instruments. It commended progress on gender issues, particularly in the growth of women’s participation in decision-making positions and in education, health, economic and social development programmes. 82. Sweden welcomed the new National Strategy for Preventing and Combating Early Marriages and stated that stated that Mozambique has the tenth highest rate thereof in the world, while marriages involving persons under 18 years of age represented 48 per cent of marriages, as current legislation allowed marriage from the age of 16 with parental consent. It noted that the new Penal Code did not outlaw discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. 83. Switzerland noted with concern that the right to freedom of expression was not always guaranteed and the fact that defaming the Head of State and other public figures was punishable by law. Regarding extraction of natural resources, it was concerned with the lack of sufficient involvement of rural communities in decisions that might have negative consequences on their lives. 84. Thailand commended the progress in implementing recommendations, particularly the ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. It commended the plan to fight HIV/AIDS, and to promote the right to health. It appreciated efforts strengthening legislation to protect women and children. 85. Timor-Leste commended Mozambique for the ratification of the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, the adoption of the new Penal Code in 2014 and the establishment of the National Human Rights Commission. 86. Togo congratulated Mozambique for its demining programme and encouraged it to continue the implementation of the programme of assistance to victims. 87. Turkey noted with satisfaction the accession of Mozambique to the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families. It also welcomed the pacific and transparent elections held in 2014. It encouraged Mozambique to accelerate its efforts in fighting corruption. 88. Uganda considered that establishment of the National Council for Children’s Rights and the National Human Rights Commission demonstrated that Mozambique was making solid efforts to promote and protect human rights. 89. Ukraine acknowledged the progress made by Mozambique. It noted the strengthening of the national legal and institutional framework in the education sector and reforms in the health sector. 90. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland commended the revision of the Penal Code. It was concerned that the rights of citizens who did not support the Government could be undermined. 91. The United Republic of Tanzania noted the achievements of Mozambique in the eradication of poverty and the provision of affordable housing and clean and safe water. It called on the international community to heed the request of Mozambique for technical assistance. 10