A/HRC/23/6 24. Ethiopia commended the efforts by Mali to put in place legal and policy frameworks to improve the human rights situation in the country. It called on the international community to extend the necessary support to re-establish rule of law in the country. 25. France was concerned about the human rights situation in Mali. It reaffirmed its engagement to support Mali in the re-establishment of the integrity of its territory and the fight against terrorist groups. France made recommendations. 26. The United States of America noted that Mali continued to grapple with interrelated security, political and humanitarian crises. It was concerned about abuses in the north. It made recommendations. 27. Ghana commended the establishment of a National Human Rights Commission, strengthening of the Office of the National Ombudsman and promotion of women’s and children’s rights. It urged the international community to provide Mali with the technical and financial support needed. 28. Guatemala encouraged Mali to promote a broad and inclusive national dialogue for restoring the rule of law, reconciliation and peace consolidation. It was concerned about the humanitarian situation and highlighted the need to observe international human rights and humanitarian law standards. Guatemala made recommendations. 29. The Holy See was concerned about the political, institutional and social crises in the country. It called on all parties to the conflict to respect human rights and to prevent attacks against the civilian population. It made recommendations. 30. Hungary commended Mali on its participation in the UPR. It was concerned that death sentences continued to be issued and that the adoption of the 2011 Personal and Family Code had not resulted in the elimination of discrimination against women. Hungary made recommendations. 31. Indonesia encouraged Mali to step up its efforts to upgrade the status of the National Commission in accordance with the Paris Principles. It commended various measures to advance the rights of women and children. Indonesia made recommendations. 32. Recognizing the challenges of the conflict, Ireland urged Mali to ensure the safety of all civilians and to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance. Ireland acknowledged the importance of international assistance. It welcomed efforts to address other human rights issues. Ireland made recommendations. 33. Italy was concerned about the spread of violence. It regretted that the current situation frustrated efforts made in previous years. It encouraged Mali to collaborate effectively with the international community to face the current humanitarian crisis. Italy made recommendations. 34. Japan was deeply concerned by the attacks and human rights abuses in northern Mali. It appreciated continued efforts by Mali to ameliorate its human rights situation under such challenging circumstances. It welcomed the implementation of female genital mutilation (FGM)-related actions. Japan made recommendations. 35. Latvia commended Mali for its constructive engagement in the UPR process. It noted with satisfaction that Mali had invited several special procedures mandate holders to visit the country. Latvia made a recommendation. 36. Libya praised the adoption of a developmental strategy framework for the reduction of poverty and the adoption of national legislation in harmony with international mechanisms. It hoped that the circumstances would enable the implementation of such legislation. It made recommendations. 6 GE.13-11815