A/HRC/42/3 72. The Islamic Republic of Iran expressed concern about, inter alia, the rise in xenophobic sentiments and the ongoing discrimination against and stigmatization of certain ethnic minorities. 73. Iraq noted the strengthening of the Constitution, the establishment of a national human rights institution, and the adoption of plans and strategies on various human rights. 74. Ireland welcomed the adoption of a new human rights chapter in the Constitution and the establishment of a national human rights institution in compliance with the Paris Principles. 75. Italy noted the ratification of two conventions protecting women from violence and children from sexual abuse and the adoption of a strategic plan to promote equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. 76. Jordan thanked Norway for the presentation of its national report, noting it had been prepared in consultation with stakeholders, and the adoption of human rights strategies. 77. Kazakhstan welcomed the 2014 Constitutional amendments to introduce a chapter on human rights, and the establishment of a national human rights institution, which was accredited with A status. 78. Madagascar noted the establishment of a national human rights institution and the adoption of an anti-discrimination law. It remained concerned by the increase in hate crime. 79. Malaysia noted the establishment of a national human rights institution and achievements in ensuring gender equality. 80. Maldives noted the strategic plan to promote equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. It also noted that Norway remained a leading country in providing development assistance. 81. Mexico welcomed the adoption, in 2017, of the Equality and Anti-Discrimination law and commended the gender equality achieved in the diplomatic service. 82. Montenegro expressed appreciation for the implementation of recommendations from previous reviews and welcomed steps to combat discrimination and hate speech based on ethnicity and religion. 83. Mozambique welcomed the ratification of regional human rights instruments and commended Norway for being a role model in gender equality and social programmes. 84. Myanmar noted with satisfaction the high degree of gender equality achieved in Norway. It noted the commitment of Norway to a number of human rights instruments. 85. Nepal welcomed the establishment of a national human rights institution in compliance with the Paris Principles, and the adoption of the Equality and AntiDiscrimination Act. 86. The Netherlands welcomed advancements in women’s rights, but noted the reported cases of rape. It also noted that lack of consent was not at the centre of the definition of rape in the Penal Code. 87. New Zealand noted the integrated employment opportunities for immigrants and the 2016 plan to step up efforts against and to improve care for children exposed to violence and abuse. 88. Nicaragua made recommendations. 89. Nigeria noted an action plan to combat human trafficking. It commended Norway for its policy on the integration of immigrants. 90. Pakistan expressed concern about the discrimination experienced by immigrants and the increase in hate speech against Muslims and people of African descent. 91. Paraguay welcomed the adoption of a chapter on human rights in the Constitution and financial contributions to the voluntary fund for financial and technical assistance in the implementation of the universal periodic review. 7