A/HRC/11/L.10 page 96 386. Belarus noted the constructive and responsible approach shown by Cameroon during the universal periodic review. During the review, Belarus had recommended measures to further protect and promote social and economic rights of citizens, improve the quality of education and strengthen the independence and authority of the judicial system, and noted with satisfaction that Cameroon had agreed to these and other recommendations. It commended Cameroon’s intention to accede to other human rights instruments. Belarus supported the recommendation to improve national legislation in the area of women’s rights and ensuring gender equality. 387. China indicated that it had been honoured to be one of the Troika members for the review of Cameroon. It expressed its great appreciation for Cameroon’s comprehensive and constructive dialogue with Council Members. It noted that Cameroon had given a detailed reply to the various issues raised during the deliberations, including questions asked by China. China was confident that, with the support of the international community, Cameroon would overcome its difficulties and make new progress in the field of human rights. 388. Morocco thanked Cameroon for its constructive engagement in the universal periodic review, its efforts in the field of human rights and the measures taken in that regard. Morocco also congratulated Cameroon on having accepted the majority of recommendations made, especially the one related to difficulties encountered in the reform of the penal code. Morocco reiterated its appeal to make sure that all necessary assistance is given to Cameroon in reforming its penal code, including financial and human resources to support the country in its tasks. Any assistance should be given in close cooperation with the country in order to guarantee the best result possible. Lastly, Morocco encouraged Cameroon to continue its efforts in the implementation of the recommendations that it had accepted and to keep the Council informed with regard to their implementation. 389. Senegal noted that Cameroon had accepted the majority of the recommendations made and appreciated its commitment to continue its efforts on the promotion and protection of human rights, in particular the establishment of a national commission on human rights and freedom, as well as the launching of a ratification process for several international instruments in human rights. Senegal encouraged Cameroon to implement the different recommendations that it had accepted and called upon the international community to provide any assistance needed.

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