A/HRC/23/12 58. Lithuania commended the adoption of the Law on the Protector of Human Rights and Freedoms (Ombudsman) and the anti-discrimination law which tackles direct and indirect discrimination, as well as the strengthening the Ombudsman institution. However it noted that those laws had not been fully implemented and that the Ombudsman lacked capacity to genuinely address discrimination issues. Although welcoming amendments to the Criminal Code decriminalizing defamation, Lithuania expressed concern about attacks against journalists. Lithuania made recommendations. 59. Malaysia particularly commended Montenegro’s ratification of CRPD and efforts to improve women’s participation in all areas of life, including in politics and the civil service. Remaining challenges include the lack of capacity affecting the full enjoyment of rights by minority groups, including Muslims, and poor access to public buildings for persons with disabilities. Malaysia made recommendations. 60. Mexico noted actions to protect and promote human rights, particularly the standing invitation issued to special procedures mandate holders and the ratification of most of the regional and international human rights instruments, which require speedy implementation. It highlighted the amended Labour Law guaranteeing women’s labour rights and legislative amendments improving conditions for persons with disabilities. Mexico made recommendations. 61. Morocco noted the ratification of most of the international human rights instruments and welcomed the judicial reform and its action plan. Having received numerous refugees and displaced persons, Montenegro has established various bodies to protect their rights and cultures. Noting that material obstacles continue to hinder access to education for Roma children and children with disabilities, it asked how Montenegro intended to tackle the problem. Morocco made recommendations. 62. The Netherlands welcomed the legislative framework providing protection against discrimination and the establishment of the Ombudsman office. Discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation and gender identity persists throughout Montenegrin society, despite the improved legislative and administrative framework. It encouraged the Government to promote and defend the rights of the LGBT community and to prosecute the perpetrators of crimes against them. The Netherlands made recommendations. 63. Norway noted the establishment of various institutions to enforce human rights and their participation in public discussion on said rights. Despite a general positive trend, sustained efforts are required to implement international standards and harmonize the legal framework. It encouraged the Government to address this process as a matter of a priority. Norway made recommendations. 64. The Philippines recognized the significant developments since Montenegro’s independence and its accession to numerous human rights conventions, but expressed concern that Montenegro had not yet acceded to the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (ICRMW). Cooperation with regional and international partners to combat human trafficking is commendable. Acknowledging measures to address domestic violence and promote women’s and children’s rights, it encouraged Montenegro to intensify efforts to implement strategies and action plans in those areas. It made recommendations. 65. Poland took note of the standing invitation to special procedures mandate holders. It commended efforts to protect human rights, noting the establishment of the Protector of Human Rights and Freedoms (Ombudsman) and the Law on the Prohibition of Discrimination. The high rates of children subjected to sexual exploitation or abuse and cases of child engaged in exploitative labour raises concern. Poland made recommendations. 9