A/HRC/10/77 Page 13 52. Azerbaijan noted with appreciation the establishment of the Equal Opportunity Commission and the round table on trafficking, as well as the adoption of the national plan of action against racism. It commended the absence of poverty, long life expectancy and low figures of crime and unemployment in the country. Noting the persisting problem of xenophobia and intolerance against people of different ethnic origin or religion, particularly against Muslims and people of Turkish origin, Azerbaijan enquired about concrete steps taken or envisaged to eliminate the problem. Azerbaijan recommended that Liechtenstein intensify its efforts to promote ethnic and religious tolerance in the country. It noted with satisfaction the establishment of a violence protection commission and recommended that Liechtenstein continue efforts to fight right-wing extremism. Azerbaijan also wished to know when Liechtenstein will consider ratifying the Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families and why this has not been done yet. Noting that, despite progress, the reduction of gender inequality remains undesirable slow, Azerbaijan asked Liechtenstein what steps should be taken further to accelerate this process. 53. Algeria noted the difference of treatment between non-citizens from the European economic area and those from other countries, taking into consideration the Constitution, which provides that non-citizens are dealt with under treaties or, by default, on the basis of the principle of reciprocity. This results in a de facto and alarming discrimination between European noncitizens and those from developing countries, to gaps in terms of protection and different criteria being used in the area of family reunification. Algeria recommended that Liechtenstein envisage taking measures appropriate to remedy this situation. It recommended that Liechtenstein consider acceding to the Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families. Algeria welcomed the Government’s commitment to increase the proportion of ODA to 0.7 per cent of GDP in 2009. Algeria recommended that Liechtenstein implement that commitment and that it pursue its actions in the area of ODA. 54. Romania congratulated Liechtenstein on the ongoing adaptation of its domestic legal framework to ensure implementation of its international obligations. Romania wished to learn more about the State’s intentions with regard to the adoption of a national human rights institution, in accordance with the Paris Principles. It also requested additional information about the status of preparation for the signature and ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. 55. The Philippines commended Liechtenstein for the abolition of the death penalty and recognized the specific challenges that it faces as a very small country. The Philippines noted that Liechtenstein has established an Equal Opportunity Commission and recommended that the establishment of an independent national human rights institution also be considered. It expressed the hope that non-nationals from outside the European economic area will not be discriminated with regard to the right of family reunification. 56. The Islamic Republic of Iran referred to United Nations human rights treaty bodies that have expressed their concern about the persistence in Liechtenstein of cases of xenophobia and intolerance against people of different ethnic and religious backgrounds, particularly against Muslims; the rise in xenophobic and right-wing tendencies among youths; and the increased networking by a core group of right-wing extremists with groups abroad. It asked the Government to elaborate further on measures taken to tackle this issue. It recommended that Liechtenstein take concrete measures to combat all forms and manifestations of racism, racial discrimination and related intolerance, particularly against religious minorities. Also referring to concerns expressed by treaty bodies about the persistence of domestic violence, especially