A/HRC/28/11 24. The United States of America expressed serious concerns over restrictions on freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and association, as well as over human rights violations committed by security forces. 25. Uruguay noted the priority given to international human rights instruments in the Constitution of Angola, and urged Angola to implement the recommendations received during the first UPR cycle. 26. Uzbekistan welcomed the adoption of the new Constitution, the reform of the justice system and the accession of Angola to a number of key international instruments. 27. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela commended the progress made by Angola on the implementation of recommendations from the first UPR cycle, ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and reforms to basic education. 28. Viet Nam appreciated the adoption of the new Constitution, and noted the ongoing legal reforms and the ratification of and accession to international instruments since the previous UPR. 29. Zimbabwe noted the progress made in improving the human rights normative and institutional framework, and the readiness of Angola to cooperate with OHCHR and the human rights mechanisms. 30. Algeria encouraged Angola to proceed with the implementation of its National Development Plan for 2013–2017 and the National Strategy for Long-Term Development “Angola 2025”. 31. Argentina commended the efforts by Angola to guarantee the rights of elderly persons, and encouraged Angola to accelerate the harmonization of its domestic legislation with CEDAW. 32. Armenia commended the promotion by Angola of gender equality and children’s rights, but was concerned that several human rights instruments had not been ratified. 33. Australia expressed concern that measures to combat violence against women had not been implemented, and also expressed concern at reports of repressive measures and human rights abuses. 34. Azerbaijan noted improvement in the legal framework of Angola and the ratification of several international instruments. It noted the establishment of the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights. 35. Bangladesh commended the commitment of Angola to human rights, which it had demonstrated by taking measures such as the approval of the Constitution and the general elections. Bangladesh noted progress in primary health care. It also highlighted landmines awareness-raising as an issue. 36. Belarus noted the international obligations and agreements accepted by Angola and the improvements to its national system to protect human rights. 37. Belgium encouraged Angola to continue its follow-up of the recommendations made during the first UPR cycle. It was concerned by restrictions to freedom of expression. 38. Benin commended the adoption by Angola of its Constitution, and urged the international community to support Angola in promoting and protecting human rights. 39. The Plurinational State of Bolivia commended Angola on its ratification of human rights treaties and on its Integrated Municipal Programme for Rural Development and Fighting Poverty. 6