A/HRC/40/11 B. Interactive dialogue and responses by the State under review 20. During the interactive dialogue, 111 delegations made statements. Recommendations made during the dialogue are to be found in section II of the present report. 21. Slovakia noted that Malaysian legislation allowed for some restriction of freedom of expression beyond international human rights standards. 22. Slovenia was concerned that child marriages continued to be permitted and noted efforts to deal with the issue. 23. South Africa commended Malaysia for its readiness to assist other countries to strengthen their governance capacity. 24. Spain made recommendations. 25. Sri Lanka noted the launch of the National Human Rights Action Plan in March 2018. 26. The State of Palestine welcomed measures to promote the right to health, including measures to ensure access to health care in remote areas. 27. The Sudan commended efforts to advance values of moderation, tolerance and mutual respect between and among societies. 28. Sweden congratulated Malaysia on its ambitious human rights agenda and emphasized the need for continued efforts. 29. Switzerland welcomed the announcement to abolish the death penalty. 30. The Syrian Arab Republic made recommendations. 31. Thailand welcomed ongoing efforts to draft a gender equality bill and combat human trafficking. 32. Tunisia made recommendations. 33. Turkey appreciated the pledge made by Malaysia to ratify all core United Nations human rights instruments and positively noted the decision to repeal the Anti-Fake News Act. 34. Turkmenistan proposed that Malaysia support the rights of persons with disabilities, secure economic, social and cultural rights, implement the National Human Rights Action Plan on the advancement of women and align its legislation with human rights principles. 35. Ukraine acknowledged the launch of the National Human Rights Action Plan and recent moves to completely abolish capital punishment. 36. The United Arab Emirates noted progress on enhancing women’s rights and equality. 37. The United Kingdom welcomed the intention to repeal the Sedition Act and urged the fostering of a more inclusive society that protects the rights of all its citizens. 38. The United States of America was concerned about discrimination and exploitation faced by migrant workers, indigenous peoples, refugees and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex persons. 39. Uruguay commended the measures taken to bolster the labour rights of women and to improve their living standards, urging for full gender equality. 40. Uzbekistan welcomed the establishment of the Women’s Advisory and Consultative Council. 41. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela welcomed programmes enhancing interaction between sectors of society and religious groups and respect among faith groups. 42. Viet Nam commended the achievements in health coverage and access to health-care services, especially for migrant workers. 4