A/HRC/12/13 Page 11 and its cooperation with UNHCR regarding the situation of refugees. Jordan called upon the international community to continue to assist Yemen. 64. Italy welcomed the growing human rights awareness in Yemen and the adoption of new legislation, while noting that traditions often constituted an obstacle to its full implementation. 65. Kazakhstan recognized progress achieved despite challenges; referred to institutional mechanisms established; and stressed the importance of adopting national strategies on gender equality. It welcomed Yemen’s commitment to establish an independent human rights institution in compliance with the Paris Principles and efforts made to address problems in the areas of education, health and poverty. 66. Nigeria noted Yemen’s strong commitment to its international obligations and its voluntary commitment to establish an institutional mechanism to implement the recommendations of this review and narrow the gender gap in education and illiteracy. Nigeria noted the inadequate training of persons monitoring abuses and limited resources, and called upon the international community to assist Yemen in these areas. 67. Kuwait welcomed new measures taken in the area of human rights. Kuwait recalled the challenges identified in the national report, like traditions or difficulty in reaching rural areas. Kuwait stated that Yemen undertook efforts to combat corruption and that technical assistance might be vital in this regard. 68. Palestine underlined the progress made, referring to the ratification of international instruments on the protection of refugees and stressing that a large number of Palestinians enjoy their rights in Yemen. It welcomed efforts to improve the situation of women and eliminate discriminatory legislation not in compliance with international treaties. 69. The United Arab Emirates welcomed the progress made in enhancing development, raising the standard of living and ensuring basic rights and services, combating poverty, creating work opportunities and advancing the situation of women. It noted with appreciation the establishment of rehabilitation centres, immunization programmes and measures to address the smuggling of children. It welcomed efforts to reform the judiciary and establish the rule of law. 70. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea stressed Yemen’s efforts to harmonize domestic legislation with international instruments. It was particularly impressed by a series of achievements like increased participation of women in many areas. Despite challenges, it encouraged the Government to continue efforts to promote human rights. 71. Nepal noted Yemen’s national institutions and legislative measures premised on democratic principles and pluralism for the promotion of human rights. It welcomed the deployment of substantial resources to reduce poverty and promote the realization of economic, social and cultural rights, and Yemen’s voluntary commitment contained in the national report. 72. The Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, recognizing the attention accorded to women, stated that, although Yemen had ratified several conventions and established institutions to ensure equality between men and women, it could adopt more equitable legislation. 73. Bangladesh stated that Yemen made significant efforts in consolidating its legal and institutional human rights framework. Bangladesh noted that efforts to protect vulnerable people created the basis to combat discrimination and exploitation. Bangladesh stated that the