A/HRC/25/7 81. The military justice system no longer heard cases of human rights violations alleged to have been committed by military personnel against civilians; every such case was transferred to the civilian justice system. 82. The representative of Províctima reported that arraigo (preventive custody) was under congressional debate at the federal level as well as in some states. That was not only because of the strong commitment of Mexico to full protection of the dignity of persons, in particular, procedural rights for detainees, but because of the recognition that such a measure should be applied only in exceptional circumstances, as a precautionary measure to protect life, and under judicial control and overview by the human rights bodies. 83. The delegation recognized that the issue of torture was one of the main challenges, and stressed the country’s commitment to address the recommendations of the Committee against Torture and other national and international human rights bodies. It recognized the importance of taking action to prevent, investigate and eradicate torture and other cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment, and to punish perpetrators. 84. Poland expressed concern about impunity of crimes and about the risks faced by human rights defenders, journalists and NGO activists. 85. Portugal referred to recommendations conveyed during the first review and welcomed measures adopted to prevent acts of torture and ill-treatment. It referred also to violence against women and the Human Rights Defenders and Journalists Protection Act. 86. The Republic of Korea highlighted efforts to improve the judicial and legal system and the rule of law, as well as the National Development Plan, which established the fight against poverty as a Government priority. 87. Tunisia welcomed constitutional and legislative reforms in the field of human rights. It encouraged Mexico to pursue its efforts to combat discrimination against women in rural areas and in politics. 88. The Russian Federation commended steps taken to improve human rights, through legislation and the implementation of UPR recommendations. 89. Rwanda welcomed the introduction of the people’s health scheme, and constitutional amendments, including those to improve the quality of compulsory education. 90. Serbia commended the reforms that gave constitutional rank to international human rights treaties and efforts to harmonize the criminal justice system and legislation with the constitutional reform. 91. Sierra Leone welcomed the entry into force of constitutional amendments, as well as the Pact for Mexico, the People’s Health Insurance Scheme and the Women’s Justice Centres. 92. Singapore took positive note of progress in enhancing public security and respect for rule of law. It further noted, inter alia, efforts in combating human trafficking. 93. Slovakia welcomed legislative and institutional amendments adopted since the previous review. It welcomed efforts to develop a national human rights programme for 2013–2018. 94. Slovenia commended Mexico for its cooperation with human rights mechanisms and OHCHR, and its contribution to the work of the Human Rights Council. It reiterated previous concerns expressed about violence against women. 95. South Sudan noted positive developments achieved, and acknowledged the implementation of recommendations from the first review. 9