A/HRC/29/10 113. Kuwait noted with interest the national report on the efforts made to implement the recommendations previously accepted, and the progress achieved in advancing national priorities. 114. Latvia expressed concerns about torture and extrajudicial killings and attacks on journalists, bloggers and media workers, as well as the lack of cooperation with International Criminal Court investigations. 115. Lesotho commended efforts resulting from the first review. It referenced national priorities and initiatives for the advancement of human rights. 116. Libya credited progress in the implementation of recommendations accepted during the first cycle and commended the goal towards achieving free education. 117. Liechtenstein noted the International Criminal Court case and urged that responses to terrorist threats comply with international obligations. 118. Lithuania commended the introduction of a moratorium on the death penalty and welcomed the enactment of the Prohibition of Female Genital Mutilation Act 2011. 119. Madagascar encouraged Kenya to continue its programmes on health, justice, education, employment and combating poverty in Kenya. 120. Malaysia referenced the implementation of previous recommendations on combating gender-based violence and trafficking in women and girls, and lauded the adoption of the National Policy and Action Plan on Human Rights. 121. Mali referenced economic and social achievements and efforts to implement previously accepted recommendations. 122. Mauritania commended achievements in human rights, including progress in the areas of justice, education and health, and the protection and empowerment of women in public life. 123. Mauritius commended Kenya’s commitment to human rights and the inclusion of rights-based approaches in the Constitution. 124. Mexico welcomed the new Constitution and noted its economic, social and cultural rights provisions and protection of vulnerable groups. 125. Montenegro requested information on activities to eliminate child prostitution and trafficking, as well as on violence against street children and the lack of appropriate care for them. 126. Morocco commended judicial and legal aid reform and praised the proactive role of national institutions in promoting human rights. 127. Myanmar commended the adoption of legislative and policy measures that enabled better enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms. 128. Namibia welcomed the formulation of policies that aim to enhance the enjoyment of rights and make the International Bill of Human Rights a reality for Kenyans. 129. The Netherlands expressed concerns about restrictive legislation on civil society and emphasized the need to ensure that counter-terrorism measures conform to human rights obligations. 130. Nicaragua welcomed the review of a large number of laws as a sign that the UPR was bearing fruit, and noted progress in gender equality. 131. The Niger commended the strengthening of the legal and institutional framework for human rights protection and a progressive bill of rights. 12

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