A/HRC/18/6 accountability. The Government was seeking the assistance of OHCHR and of any willing country. 74. Belgium expressed concern about the application of the death penalty and discrimination against women. It asked TFG to describe actions taken to increase the number of women in Parliament and their participation in peace negotiations. Belgium also expressed concern at the practice of FGM. Belgium asked how the TFG could ensure journalists’ protection, and whether the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) could provide support in such efforts. Belgium made recommendations. 75. Australia condemned indiscriminate attacks on civilians, particularly actions of insurgent groups, notably Al Shabaab, that are responsible for human rights violations, including the recruitment of child soldiers, torture, and violations of press freedom. While recognizing constraints, Australia urged the Transitional Federal Government Government to ensure that its forces are mindful of international human rights and humanitarian law obligations. Australia made recommendations. 76. Argentina took note of Somalia’s challenges and made recommendations. 77. The Netherlands noted Somalia’s difficult historical background and commended the TFG for engaging with the UPR. It expressed concern over domestic violence and noted the TFG’s willingness to amend its Penal Code to prohibit FGM. It was concerned over freedom of the press and expression. It made recommendations. 78. Italy expressed concern over violence against civilians. It noted with appreciation the TFG commitment to respect human rights. Italy stated that TFG should intensify its efforts in cooperation with regional authorities and enforce rule of law, fight corruption and impunity, and pursue national reconciliation. It also called on the donor community and the United Nations to provide assistance to Somalia. Italy made recommendations. 79. The Philippines noted the Transitional Federal Government’s challenges and emphasized the need for the international community increased support. It appreciated the Government’s intention to ratify core human rights instruments, such as CEDAW and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), and to consider establishing a moratorium on the death penalty. The Philippines expressed concern over recurring incidents of piracy off the coast of Somalia and made recommendations. 80. Norway condemned any forced recruitment of schoolchildren. It noted with appreciation that the TFG had signed the Convention of the Rights of the Child. Norway called for an increased international presence in Somalia in 2011. It made recommendations. 81. Spain expressed deep concern that Somalia has been in civil war since 1991. It noted that only through a peace process, political transition and a search for harmony between parties that allows for socio-economic development, this dramatic situation will end. It made recommendations. 82. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland expressed concern about the impact of continued fighting on civilians and urged the TGF to explore ways to minimize indiscriminate fire. It further urged all parties to protect the rights of IDPs. It welcomed TGF’s intention to ratify CEDAW and the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and expressed the hope that Somalia would honour its commitment to end any association with child soldiers, and that it would give women greater access to justice. It made recommendations. 83. Brazil noted that a lasting solution to Somalia’s protracted crisis should combine security and stability with reconciliation, reconstruction, economic revitalization and capacity-building. It noted that the Transitional Federal Parliament’s decision to unilaterally 11