A/HRC/29/17 136. Myanmar welcomed implementation of previous pledges and recommendations and praised awareness activities through publications and training courses. 137. Namibia recognized encouraging reforms and developments regarding the rights of women and noted associated legislative provisions. 138. Nepal applauded achievements realizing the rights of women and persons with disabilities and also noted contributions towards humanitarian activities. 139. The Netherlands welcomed steps involving women in the judiciary but remained concerned at the rates of participation in political debate and decision-making. 140. Nicaragua highlighted new legislation and institutions and hoped that Kuwait would continue working towards the protection of children. 141. The Niger commended regulatory developments relating to persons with disabilities and human trafficking and enhanced assistance for vulnerable persons. 142. Norway was concerned over law discriminating against women, the situation of domestic workers, and arrests of social media users. 143. Oman referenced achievements in human rights and lauded the Amir of Kuwait for international humanitarian assistance rendered. 144. Pakistan commended the passage of laws and administrative reforms to promote and protect human rights. 145. The Philippines welcomed the legislative measures to protect migrant workers and enquired about the nationality laws of Kuwait. 146. Poland noted the measures taken to eliminate discrimination against women. 147. Portugal welcomed the standing invitation to the special procedures and the bill of law on establishing a human rights office. 148. Singapore recognized efforts to promote gender equality and the support of Kuwait for United Nations humanitarian actions. 149. The Republic of Korea noted the progress made with regard to women, children and persons with disabilities. 150. The Russian Federation noted the implementation of its treaty obligations and the adoption of the Law on persons with disabilities. 151. Rwanda noted measures to combat corruption and trafficking and to protect employees, and the ratification of CRPD. 152. Saudi Arabia commended the efforts for the protection and promotion of human rights. 153. Senegal noted the work of Kuwait to implement the recommendations from the first UPR in 2010. 154. Serbia encouraged Kuwait to continue to promote economic, social and cultural rights and to combat discrimination. 155. Sri Lanka noted initiatives to eliminate discrimination against women by adopting the Private Sector Labour Law in 2010. 156. In conclusion, the Minister reiterated that the importance of human rights was not only at the national level but also at the international level. The UPR mechanism had provided Kuwait with an opportunity to strengthen its commitment to its obligations under international humanitarian law and international human rights law, and the interactive 13