A/HRC/44/12 132. Denmark highlighted the importance of the protection of the rights of indigenous people by Sweden. 133. Djibouti welcomed the fact that Sweden had strengthened its legal and institutional framework on human rights since its previous review. 134. The Dominican Republic acknowledged the progress made in aligning legislation with some international instruments. 135. Ecuador praised the actions taken to ensure gender equality measures, including the adoption of a feminist foreign policy. 136. Egypt noted the progress achieved but was troubled by the increase in hate crime and hate speech, and in far-right organizations. 137. Estonia noted the high rate of representation of women in decision-making and encouraged the representation of women from disadvantaged groups in the area. 138. Ethiopia welcomed a human rights strategy and efforts to ensure gender equality and promote the rights of children and persons with disabilities. 139. Fiji commended the leadership of Sweden on climate change, particularly the adoption of the Climate Act. 140. Finland appreciated the country’s transparency and inclusivity during the preparation for the review. 141. France applauded the steps taken to create alternatives to detention, to promote gender equality and to combat human trafficking. 142. Georgia hailed the appointment of an ambassador for human rights and the decision to create a national human rights institution. 143. Germany welcomed the adoption of the national plan to combat racism, similar forms of hostility and hate crimes. 144. Ghana praised measures to combat racism and hate crime, and to integrate migrants. 145. Greece applauded a national strategy to prevent and combat men’s violence against women. 146. Haiti noted the long-term commitment of Sweden to devoting 1 per cent of its gross domestic product to official development assistance. 147. Honduras noted the incorporation of the Convention on the Rights of the Child into national legislation. 148. Iceland welcomed the efforts outlined in the national report. 149. India welcomed the measures to combat gender inequality, violence against women, human trafficking and discrimination. 150. Indonesia commended the country’s international leadership in human rights, especially with regard to the implementation of efforts aimed at achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. 151. The Islamic Republic of Iran was concerned about violations of the rights of ethnic and religious minorities. 152. Iraq noted a strategy on human rights and efforts to promote the rights of persons with disabilities. 153. Ireland commended the contribution of Sweden to promoting human rights in multilateral forums. 154. Israel appreciated the efforts taken to fight antisemitism and noted the intention of Sweden to host an important conference in October 2020 on combating antisemitism. 155. In conclusion, the head of the delegation of Sweden thanked other States for their active engagement in the interactive dialogue and assured them that the Government considered the recommendations received from the States an important part of their systematic work to ensure the respect of human rights. 9