A/HRC/16/3 recommendations made by CEDAW, CRC and OHCHR in that regard. It made recommendations. 57. Azerbaijan noted that the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, in its 2009 final report, had recommended the establishment of an extraordinary criminal tribunal, and asked what measures had been taken to that end. It noted with appreciation the legal reform process, including the work of the Law Reform Commission. It asked what measures had been taken to resettle the large number of refugees and internally displaced persons. It welcomed the National Gender-Based Violence Plan of Action and the Anti-Human Trafficking Act. Azerbaijan made recommendations. 58. Argentina welcomed the presentation of the report, which had permitted it to receive further information about measures adopted concerning human rights, particularly in connection with trafficking in persons, gender discrimination and violence against women and girls. It also expressed appreciation for information concerning measures to follow up on the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and encouraged Liberia to continue with its endeavours in that regard. Argentina made recommendations. 59. Chile expressed its appreciation for efforts made by the presidency, in particular the adoption of concrete policies focusing on human rights. It stated that the publication of the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission revealed a commitment to peace and the fight against impunity. It also expressed appreciation for the concern shown in relation to rape and sexual violence, which continued to be serious and common crimes. It asked if all members of the National Human Rights Commission had been appointed. Chile made recommendations. 60. Portugal asked Liberia what concrete steps it planned to take, in addition to the establishment of a specialized criminal court, to ensure the effective and impartial investigation and prosecution of cases involving sexual and domestic violence against women. It also asked whether Liberia was considering imposing a moratorium on the death penalty. It further asked what specific measures Liberia was planning to take to accelerate the reform of the justice sector. Portugal made recommendations. 61. Slovenia commented Liberia for its legislative and policy efforts to empower women and combat violence against them. However, it was gravely concerned that rape and sexual violence remained the most frequently committed serious crimes. It thanked Liberia for its answers regarding female genital mutilation. Slovenia asked what measures had been taken to address the needs of children who had suffered human rights violations during the conflict. Slovenia made recommendations. 62. Senegal highlighted with satisfaction the determination of Liberia in promoting the rights of vulnerable persons, including women, children and the disabled. It also highlighted efforts to promote economic, social and cultural rights and to cooperate with the special procedures mandate holders of the Council. It encouraged the international community to meet the need for aid expressed by Liberia. Senegal made recommendations. 63. Ireland acknowledged the problems faced by Liberia in rebuilding a judicial system, particularly the fact that many prisoners were held in extended pre-trial detention and in very poor conditions. Ireland asked how the work of the Pre-Trial Detention Task Force was progressing. Referring to reports about the critical situation in orphanages, Ireland asked about the position of such institutions, especially those without formal accreditation. Ireland regretted the high incidence of violence against women and the prevalence of female genital mutilation, and welcomed the steps taken to address gender-based violence. Ireland expressed concern at the 2008 legislation imposing capital punishment for certain offences, and urged the abolition of the death penalty. Ireland made recommendations. 11

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