A/HRC/37/13 70. Djibouti welcomed advances in legislation on women’s rights, particularly modification of criminal law. 71. Ecuador welcomed the establishment of the protection, education and assistance centres for children to provide psychological support and legal assistance. 72. Egypt noted the adoption of the national Action Plan for Human Rights following broad consultations with stakeholders, including civil society. 73. Estonia urged Pakistan to prevent underage and forced marriage and forced conversion through marriage of women belonging to minority groups. 74. Ethiopia commended the developments in legislation, policies and institutions and the launch of the national Action Plan for Human Rights. 75. France welcomed the establishment of the National Commission for Human Rights and the adoption of the national Action Plan for Human Rights. 76. Georgia encouraged Pakistan to accelerate its efforts to combat hate crimes and eliminate violence against minority groups. 77. Germany noted, as a significant retrograde step, the lifting of the moratorium on the death penalty followed by executions. 78. Ghana welcomed the development of the national policies on sanitation and drinking water for inclusive development. 79. Greece noted the efforts made in the field of human rights, but stated that setbacks and challenges remained. 80. Guatemala welcomed the establishment of the National Commission for Human Rights. 81. Haiti encouraged Pakistan to engage all stakeholders before taking a position on the recommendations. 82. The Holy See appreciated the efforts made by Pakistan, but noted the multiple attacks on religious minorities. 83. Honduras commended the Supreme Court’s decision in favour of transgender persons. 84. Iceland welcomed the progress made in promoting human rights, including legally recognizing transgender persons. 85. India made recommendations. 86. Indonesia commended the strengthening of the Election Commission and the establishment of the Ministry of Human Rights, among others. 87. The Islamic Republic of Iran commended the national Action Plan for Human Rights and encouraged further improvements on that issue. 88. Iraq commended the establishment of the Ministry of Human Rights and the independent National Commission for Human Rights. 89. Ireland encouraged efforts towards the full operationalization of the National Commission for Human Rights and called for its mandate and responsibilities to be defined in line with the Paris Principles. 90. Italy welcomed the launch of the national Action Plan for Human Rights and the promotion of interfaith dialogue. 91. Japan commended the efforts made to further the rights of persons with disabilities and to promote women’s social participation. 92. Kazakhstan noted the significant legal, policy and institutional steps that had been taken since the last universal periodic review. 93. Kuwait noted the actions to consolidate democracy, strengthen human rights institutions and provide awareness and educational programmes. 6