A/HRC/25/11 55. Luxembourg remained concerned by the security and humanitarian situation, seen in numerous grave abuses and violations, notably against the civilian population. It made recommendations. 56. Maldives asked about the status of the Plan of Action on Education for All. Armed groups using children remained a concern. Maldives encouraged efforts to protect the rights of women, children and older persons. It made recommendations. 57. Mauritania commended efforts to strengthen justice and equity and safeguard fundamental rights and freedoms. It emphasized the importance of cooperation and dialogue to combat racism and ensure adequate legislation. It expressed its view that the international community should provide assistance. 58. Mexico recognized the participation of civil society organizations in meeting citizens’ needs, especially in the areas of education, infrastructure and health. Mexico would share its experience and lessons learned in order to support the State. It made recommendations. 59. Montenegro asked whether OP-CRC-AC would be ratified following its signature, and also asked what measures had been taken to implement the provisions of CEDAW and Security Council resolution 1325 (2000). It made recommendations. 60. Morocco commended the improved protection of the rights of women, children and persons with disabilities, and welcomed the revision in 2010 of the Family Code and the creation of a National Security Council. It encouraged further reforms, and the identification of technical assistance requirements to be met by the international community. It made recommendations. 61. The Netherlands remained concerned about human rights abuses, especially sexual violence against women, and the lack of access to humanitarian assistance. It encouraged the restoration of peace, security and the rule of law. It made recommendations. 62. Nigeria noted the serious challenges faced in promoting and protecting human rights. It urged the international community to provide urgent assistance. Nigeria made recommendations. 63. Portugal noted that the death penalty was effectively not applied. It welcomed the ratification of OP-CRC-SC and the establishment of the Joint Commission of Inquiry to investigate human rights violations. Portugal made recommendations. 64. The Republic of Korea acknowledged efforts to improve the human rights situation, particularly of vulnerable groups, despite the challenges resulting from conflict. Sexual and gender-based violence was of concern. It made recommendations. 65. The Republic of Moldova encouraged the transitional Government to pursue its efforts to resolve the crisis and restore peace and security. It welcomed the signing of OPCRC-AC and efforts to implement CEDAW and Security Council resolution 1325 (2000). It made recommendations. 66. Romania reminded the State of its ongoing human rights obligations, while noting the complexity and difficulties of the transitional process. It welcomed the announced dissolution of the Seleka forces. It made recommendations. 67. Rwanda commended the Central African Republic for the measures adopted to protect human rights, in particular legislation protecting women from violence and abolishing harmful practices of excision. It expressed concern over the ongoing crisis, which threatened to undermine efforts in the protection of human rights. It made recommendations. 8 GE.14-10056