A/HRC/19/10 77. Bahrain noted the positive approach of Togo to the universal periodic review and its cooperation with human rights mechanisms. Bahrain particularly commended the State’s promotion of the rights of women and its accession to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women, as well as the efforts made to combat trafficking. Bahrain noted the efforts of Togo to disseminate a human rights culture, and asked what further efforts were being made to better raise awareness of the human rights. Bahrain made a recommendation. 78. Brazil commended Togo for being party to many international human rights instruments and for its affirmative actions regarding women. However, it expressed concern at the persistence of discriminatory customs and practices. Brazil welcomed the abolishment of the death penalty; the adoption of child legislation and developments regarding security services. It noted that additional efforts are required to face poverty and health challenges. It encouraged Togo to increase its efforts to implement inclusive awareness-raising campaigns. Brazil made recommendations. 79. Uganda noted with appreciation the adoption of the Global Political Agreement, the establishment of the Permanent Framework for Dialogue and Consultation, and the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission, as well as developments towards the return to democratic rule. Uganda commended legislative reforms, and encouraged Togo to pursue its efforts for the protection of children’s rights, including funding the National Commission for the Care and Social Reintegration of Child Victims of Trafficking. Uganda made a recommendation. 80. The Congo noted with appreciation measures adopted and initiatives taken in the fields of administration of justice, prison administration and health and regarding the promotion of women’s rights, and encouraged Togo to continue its efforts with a view to allowing its population to exercise and fully enjoy political, civil, economic, social and cultural rights. The Congo made a recommendation. 81. Bangladesh noted achievements made by Togo regarding access to water; social protection, and the health sector, as well as the establishment of the National Human Rights Commission. It also noted with appreciation the adoption of special measures for women in the fields of education and employment. Bangladesh noted that international cooperation and assistance was crucial for Togo regarding the challenges imposed by poverty and the lack of adequate resources. 82. Benin welcomed the decriminalization of press crimes, the abolishment of the death penalty, and the ratification of the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. It noted with satisfaction the 2005 creation of the Inspectorate-General of Security Services. Benin also welcomed efforts towards women’s representation in decision-making bodies, in relation to genderrelated violence and for the review of the Family Code. It encouraged the international community to lend assistance to Togo. Benin made recommendations. 83. Angola noted the efforts made by Togo towards improving the human rights situation, in particular with regard to children; to persons with disabilities; and to health, notably the fight against HIV/AIDS, including the provision of free anti-HIV medicines. Angola noted with satisfaction that Togo had abolished the death penalty. It stated further that the suspension of international aid to Togo still had consequences. Angola made a recommendation. 84. Burkina Faso noted the good practices in Togo regarding human rights and the relatively complete human rights normative framework further to the accession to core international instruments and the adoption of domestic legislation. It saluted the fact that legislative measures, including with regard to education, health and protection of vulnerable groups, were being effectively implemented, and observed that the remaining issues were GE.11-17383 11