A/HRC/43/8 87. The Bahamas noted the robust legislative and policy framework in relation to disaster response, the National Adaptation Plan, the Planned Relocation Guidelines and the First Hour Procedure. 88. Belarus noted the focus on human rights in the context of climate change. It was concerned about unresolved issues, such as trafficking in human beings and the low level of social support. 89. Belgium congratulated Fiji on its progress in ratifying international human rights treaties and for abolishing the death penalty. It saw room for further improvement, especially with regard to women’s rights. 90. Bhutan noted with satisfaction that the National Adaptation Plan complemented the Sustainable Development Goals. It noted progress in eliminating discrimination against women and gender-based violence. 91. Botswana noted the strong commitment of Fiji to global efforts to tackle climate change. It commended Fiji on its consistent cooperation with human rights mechanisms. 92. Brazil encouraged Fiji to reinforce measures to fight sexual exploitation and abuse of children. 93. Brunei Darussalam was pleased to note that the National Adaptation Plan supported women’s full and effective participation in decision-making processes, equal opportunities for leadership and right to economic resources. 94. Bulgaria appreciated universal access to primary education and the high number of children that were given access to secondary and tertiary education. 95. Canada urged Fiji to engage men and boys in efforts to challenge negative social norms, attitudes and behaviours and to promote respectful relationships based on gender equality. 96. Chile welcomed the adoption of the National Adaptation Plan and encouraged Fiji to implement the Plan applying a human rights perspective. 97. China noted efforts to promote social and economic development, respond to the negative effects of climate change, and address the rights of women, children and persons with disabilities. 98. Costa Rica welcomed the National Adaptation Plan and the ratification of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. 99. Croatia encouraged Fiji to address discrimination against women and girls, and trafficking in women and children. 100. Cuba welcomed the fact that Fiji paid special attention to climate change and disaster risk reduction. 101. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea commended Fiji for its commitment and efforts to advance and protect the fundamental human rights principles and values through a robust national legal framework, strong institutions and national policies. 102. The Democratic Republic of the Congo welcomed the ratification of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and its Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children. 103. Denmark commended the ratification of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, as well as the political will of Fiji to address violence against women. It remained concerned about underreporting of violence against women. 104. The Dominican Republic appreciated efforts to improve the regulatory and institutional human rights framework. 8