A/HRC/8/23 Page 13 the defamation laws. It also referred to reports of arrest and detention of peaceful political activists and asked what is being done to uphold the rights of such activists. 56. Sudan welcomed steps to consolidate the rule of law, measures taken to combat extreme poverty and to protect vulnerable groups, especially children, the withdrawal of reservations to CRC, and measures taken to suppress child trafficking. It asked Indonesia to detail steps taken to ensure the protection of migrant workers, particularly the legal aspects. 57. Morocco noted that the national report gives an idea of laws and the adoption of a five-year plan and its renewal, indicating continuity, vigilance and follow-up by Indonesia. It mentioned significant results in the campaign against extreme poverty. It enquired about planned courts for children, and noting that despite positive efforts, the 30 per cent threshold for political participation of women has not been achieved and would like to hear more about this. Morocco also requested further information on the protection of migrant workers abroad. 58. Bangladesh noted that the situation of human rights had improved significantly in recent years and that Indonesia is well aware of the challenges and is facing them with resolve. It also noted concrete steps taken, such as the establishment the Indonesian national human rights institution, which is very active. Noting that Indonesia is one of the few countries which has a NHRAP, it asked Indonesia to elaborate on its experience and the effectiveness of the Action Plan. It also requested information on Indonesia’s plans for after 2009, when the current Plan of Action will expire. Bangladesh also referred to micro-credit initiatives for the eradication of poverty and indicated that as a pioneer of the concept of micro-credit, it would be willing to share its experience with Indonesia. 59. In response to questions, Indonesia noted the many valuable suggestions, recommendations and acknowledgements of achievements by previous speakers. With regard to cooperation with special procedures, Indonesia had invited a number of special procedures and while it cannot confirm now which other special procedures will be invited in the future, it noted that based on previous practice, and with a spirit of maintaining a constructive dialogue and with a view to reinforcing the protection and promotion of human rights in the country, Indonesia could extend other invitations in the future. Indonesia noted the importance of the recommendation to include the definition of torture in its legislation, and indicated that it has already included it in the bill of the Criminal Code currently under review. 60. On the protection of migrant workers, in particular the protection of Indonesians abroad, the delegation noted the high number of nationals working overseas. A comprehensive approach to this issue was needed, starting by strengthening the legal framework for the protection. A special inter-departmental agency was established under the Presidency which will continue working on the protection of migrant workers. A unit has been established in the Ministry for Foreign Affairs to work on issues regarding their citizens abroad, with services in six Indonesian embassies abroad. Dialogue and cooperation with the countries receiving these migrant workers. 61. Indonesia focuses on small scale enterprises, alleviation of poverty, and the role of women in society. Much is to be learnt from the experience of Bangladesh, and Indonesia appreciates the suggestion to share its experience. 62. Turkey referred to a number of strategic laws scheduled to be enacted during 2007-2008 and encouraged Indonesian authorities to continue their efforts to complete this process. The independence of Komnas-HAM has been confirmed by the International Coordination Committee of National Institutions in 2007. It welcomed Indonesia’s pledge to acceding to or ratifying international human rights instruments in accordance with its second NHRAP. It noted that the