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77.
The Philippines welcomed the enactment by the Republic of Korea of legislation
enhancing the promotion, protection and fulfilment of the human rights of its people, the
ratification of CRPD, and that the Republic of Korea had been a good host to thousands of
Filipino and other migrant workers. The Philippines encouraged the Republic of Korea to
enact further laws to protect the as yet unprotected rights of migrant workers. It made
recommendations.
78.
Poland welcomed the establishment of the national plan of action on human rights
and of the NHRPC. Poland noted that issues requiring attention in the Republic of Korea
included protection of women against discrimination and violence. The unresolved issue of
the right to conscientious objection to military service also attracted the attention of Poland.
It made recommendations.
79.
The Republic of Moldova noted with satisfaction the enactment of the Gender
Impact Assessment and Analysis Act, aimed at ensuring effective gender equality in
Government policies. It also acknowledged the Government’s commitment to prevent and
prosecute domestic violence and ensure protection of victims of domestic violence. It noted
with satisfaction the strong commitment to combat human trafficking. It made
recommendations.
80.
Romania commended progress in protecting refugees and asylum seekers, and
extensive steps to ensure enjoyment of economic, social and cultural rights for all members
of society. Steps taken so far by the Republic of Korea and its commitments clearly showed
the political will to ensure protection of human rights. Romania made a recommendation.
81.
Rwanda noted with satisfaction the impressive and significant efforts in
implementing the recommendations of the previous review. It welcomed the adoption of the
Framework Act on International Development Cooperation, which recognized the
promotion of the human rights of women and children, the fulfilment of gender equality
and the promotion of humanitarianism as fundamental principles of development
assistance. It made recommendations.
82.
Senegal noted that the national report cited several initiatives, such as: the
publication of the second Plan of Action for the Protection and Promotion of Human
Rights; broadening the scope of competence of the NHRC; and legislative measures for
protecting children against sexual abuse and strengthening access to education for disabled
children and those from disadvantaged families. It made recommendations.
83.
Slovakia welcomed the adoption by the Republic of Korea of the second national
plan of action on human rights and the enactment of the Framework Act on International
Development Cooperation, aimed at promoting the human rights of women and children,
fulfilling gender equality and promoting humanitarianism as fundamental principles of its
official development assistance. Slovakia made recommendations.
84.
Slovenia welcomed the fact that since the first cycle of the UPR, the Republic of
Korea had ratified CRPD and had withdrawn one of its reservations to CRC. However,
several human rights instruments had not been ratified and several reservations remained.
Slovenia was concerned about reports of discrimination against women and asked whether
any awareness-raising campaign was planned in that connection. Slovenia made
recommendations.
85.
South Africa noted progress made, particularly in the promulgation of laws aimed at
enhancing the practical enjoyment of economic, social and cultural rights. It asked about
measures to ensure the early consideration and promulgation of the anti-discrimination act.
It expressed concern about discrimination against women, and their inadequate
representation in decision-making positions. It made recommendations.
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