A/HRC/43/11 113. Morocco commended Angola for the progress made in combating violence against women and sexual violence against minors and in the social inclusion of children with disabilities. 114. Mozambique congratulated Angola for the development of the National Human Rights Strategy 2019–2022. 115. Myanmar commended Angola for the efforts made to implement the accepted recommendations received during the second cycle of the universal periodic review. 116. Namibia encouraged Angola to continue its engagement with the international community to continue to improve human rights in the country. 117. Nepal commended Angola for the ratification of international instruments and noted the achievements in reducing extreme poverty. 118. The Netherlands expressed its conviction that progress could be made regarding the effective implementation of the legal framework on women’s rights. 119. Nicaragua thanked Angola for the presentation of its report. 120. The Niger welcomed the collaboration of Angola with United Nations human rights mechanisms. 121. Nigeria commended Angola for its commitment to sustainable development and poverty alleviation, as well as for its efforts to combat corruption. 122. Norway commended Angola for the progress achieved, noting the ratification of key human rights conventions and the upcoming National Human Rights Strategy 2019–2022. 123. Pakistan commended Angola for the substantial progress made on access to justice and birth registration. 124. Paraguay encouraged Angola to consider ratifying the Domestic Workers Convention, 2011 (No. 189), of the International Labour Organization and to harmonize national legislation with its new commitments. 125. Peru recognized the efforts of Angola to provide its population with education, health services and work. 126. The Philippines commended Angola for the National Human Rights Strategy 2019– 2022 and recognized the advancements in protecting women’s and children’s rights. 127. Portugal noted the approval of the National Plan for the Implementation of Security Council resolution 1325 (2000) on Women, Peace and Security. 128. The Republic of Korea expressed concern about continued reports of use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies against demonstrators. 129. The Russian Federation welcomed the accession by Angola to the Second Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, aiming at the abolition of the death penalty. 130. Rwanda commended Angola for the efforts made to improve the social and economic well-being of its people. 131. Senegal noted the National Development Plan 2018–2022 promoting equal opportunities and the enhancement of women’s role in various domains. 132. Serbia noted the implementation by Angola of the National Human Rights Strategy 2019–2022 and the National Development Plan 2018–2022. 133. Seychelles noted the implementation by Angola of the Executive Plan to Combat Domestic Violence and the establishment of the National Council for Social Action. 134. Sierra Leone expressed appreciation for the leading role Angola played for the promotion of peace in the African continent. 135. Slovakia recognized the efforts made and appreciated the inclusion of the right to peaceful assembly in the Constitution. 9

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