A/HRC/19/2 efforts by the Government and the people of Thailand would lead to further progress in social and economic development, as well as in the realization of human rights. 511. Algeria acknowledged Thailand’s acceptance of the majority of the recommendations made during the universal periodic review. It also noted with satisfaction that Thailand had accepted two of its recommendations relating to the protection of women and addressing violence against them, and to ensure adequate living standards for all. Algeria would have wished to see its recommendation on the ratification of the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families accepted by Thailand. Noting Thailand’s adherence to democratic values, Algeria encouraged it to move forward on the path of national reconciliation. 512. Indonesia noted Thailand’s consistent and genuine commitment to human rights at the national, international and regional levels, which was reflected in its acceptance of many recommendations and of their implementation. It commended Thailand for its efforts to address equality and social justice, which would enable it to ensure continuous stability in the country. Indonesia, as a country of origin of migrants, appreciated the acceptance of its recommendations relating to the strengthening of law enforcement to protect migrant workers, to guarantee minimum wage and work safety, and to ensure equal access to health. Indonesia welcomed the efforts of Thailand to raise the minimum age of criminal responsibility and the separation of juveniles from adults in detention. 513. Myanmar recognized Thailand’s constructive approach to the universal periodic review process, noting that most of the recommendations made, including one by Myanmar, had been accepted. Myanmar was confident that Thailand would continue to strengthen its legal and administrative measures for the protection and promotion of all human rights, including the rights of migrant workers and their families. 514. Malaysia noted with appreciation Thailand’s constructive engagement in the universal periodic review process. It noted that Thailand had already started to implement a number of the recommendations accepted, but needed time to make further improvements in promoting and protecting human rights on the ground. 515. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic was pleased to note that Thailand had accepted many recommendations made during the session of the Working Group, and was taking steps for their implementation. It also noted the considerable progress and efforts made by the Government in improving mechanisms for the protection and promotion of human rights, providing social security for all groups, and moving forward in the reconciliation process on the basis of democratic principles, justice and the rule of law. It noted with appreciation that, as a party to most international human rights instruments, Thailand had made efforts to withdraw its reservations. It appreciated Thailand’s active cooperation with the human rights mechanisms of the United Nations. 516. Brunei Darussalam noted with appreciation Thailand’s cooperation with the human rights mechanisms of the United Nations and its constructive approach to the recommendations made during the universal periodic review. It welcomed Thailand’s continuous efforts to protect the rights of its people, particularly those of vulnerable groups. 517. Cambodia noted the commitment demonstrated by Thailand by accepting most recommendations. It took note with appreciation of the efforts and achievements made in the area of human rights, particularly over the past seven months, since the new Government took office, noticeably in the field of economic and social development. Cambodia also appreciated the advancement of the democratic process and the attainment of sustained political stability, as well as the progress seen in providing universal health care and free and equal educational opportunities for all, in addition to the attention given GE.13-14768 209