A/HRC/29/12 75. Sweden stated that impunity remained a key structural problem for the State and for society; efforts to combat impunity were important in order to contribute to stability in society. Sweden noted that the law allowing for sentences of up to 10 years’ imprisonment in cases of corruption in public office and the administration seemed not to have been implemented effectively, and that corruption existed at all levels and in all branches of government. It noted reports in which it was stated that corruption was a serious problem and that the situation had deteriorated over time. It made recommendations. 76. Thailand commended Guinea-Bissau on the criminalization of female genital mutilation and the adoption of the Domestic Violence Act, and on its legislation on human trafficking. It expressed concern about the sexual exploitation of minors, which occurred mainly in tourist areas. It offered assistance through its Thai-Africa Initiative in areas such as agriculture and animal husbandry in order to enhance food security and secure the people’s right to food in the country. It made recommendations. 77. Timor-Leste commended the ratification of various international instruments and the implementation of a number of recommendations made in the first cycle, such as the approval of the law against domestic violence, the criminalization of female genital mutilation, and the adoption of legal measures to combat trafficking which included the adoption of the national action plan. It also congratulated Guinea-Bissau on its presidential and legislative elections, which had registered record numbers in terms of participation. It made a recommendation. 78. Togo noted with concern that the political instability had hindered the implementation of recommendations received during the first UPR cycle. It encouraged Guinea-Bissau to continue its efforts to comply with its international commitments, notably the ratification of the key instruments to promote and protect human rights and the submission of all reports due to treaty bodies. It noted the measures that had been taken in the area of equality and non-discrimination, such as the adoption of a strategic plan for the eradication of gender-based violence. It made recommendations. 79. Trinidad and Tobago commended Guinea-Bissau for its resilience in the face of difficulties and its commitment to realizing its urgent, medium and long-term plans. It noted the high-level mission to Guinea-Bissau conducted by the Assistant SecretaryGeneral for Human Rights, at the request of the Government. It commended the efforts to provide human rights training in the administration of justice and to support the national human rights commission. It made recommendations. 80. Turkey noted the difficulties that Guinea-Bissau had faced and was pleased at the peaceful holding of the 2014 elections. It noted the reform efforts undertaken after the elections, including in the security and public service sectors. It congratulated GuineaBissau on extending a standing invitation to all special procedures mandate holders and on its adoption of legislation on domestic violence and trafficking. It noted challenges regarding food security and birth registration, and supported efforts for poverty reduction and the protection of vulnerable children. It encouraged Guinea-Bissau to pursue efforts in the area of education. It made recommendations. 81. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland welcomed the return to constitutional order, following the 2014 elections. It applauded the Government’s commitment to implementing the security sector reform programme and expressed the hope that that process would reinforce the primacy of civilian authority and reduce the potential for human rights violations by members of the security forces. It urged Guinea-Bissau to accelerate plans to strengthen the justice sector, making it more accessible, reliable and independent. It noted the efforts made to encourage the abandonment of harmful practices, particularly female genital mutilation. It made recommendations. 12 GE.15-07685