A/HRC/41/2 noted a rural development programme for 2014-2020 that included measures to increase the accessibility of water in villages. 696. Afghanistan noted with appreciation that Slovakia supported the majority of the recommendations, including two recommendations put forward by Afghanistan to prevent all forms of discrimination and intolerance and ensure quality and inclusive education. Afghanistan commended Slovakia for its efforts to promote and protect human rights. 697. Algeria noted that Slovakia supported two recommendations made by Algeria to adopt preventive measures in order to combat increasing intolerance and radicalisation and to adopt a human rights-based approach to disability. 698. Belgium noted with appreciation the acceptance by Slovakia of a recommendation put forward by Belgium to combat hate speech. It regretted, however, that Slovakia did not support its recommendations to ratify the Istanbul Convention and to adopt a comprehensive programme for the reproductive health and rights. Belgium considered those two recommendations important and therefore, called on the authorities to reconsider their position on those recommendations. 699. Cyprus noted with appreciation the efforts of Slovakia to promote gender equality. It commended Slovakia for supporting a recommendation put forward by Cyprus to develop anti-discrimination strategy in schools. 3. Concluding remarks of the State under review 700. The Vice-President of the Council stated that, based on the information provided, out of 195 recommendations received, 176 enjoyed the support of Slovakia and 17 were noted. Additional clarification was provided on another two recommendations, indicating which part of the recommendations was supported and which part was noted. 701. In conclusion, the delegation of Slovakia stated that the authorities recognised the importance of human rights in the lives of people living in Slovakia and in the development of society in general. Slovakia remained committed to the protection and promotion of human rights at national and international levels as well as the universal period review mechanism that provided the Government with a great opportunity to share with other Member States achievements and challenges in promoting and protecting human rights in Slovakia. The Government has taken seriously all concerns raised during the interactive dialogue and has committed itself to address those issues. 702. The delegation reiterated that Slovakia supported 176 recommendations out of 195 recommendations, partially supported nine recommendations and noted only 10 recommendations for further consideration. Slovakia would continue its full cooperation with other stakeholders, including civil society towards the effective implementation of those recommendations. An inclusive approach to the promotion and protection of human rights would bring desirable results. The delegation stated that those partners has played an indispensable role in the efforts of Slovakia to elevate the human rights of people in the country. Comoros 703. The review of the Comoros was held on 25 January 2019 in conformity with all the relevant provisions contained in relevant Human Rights Council resolutions and decisions, and was based on the following documents: (a) The national report submitted by the Comoros in accordance with paragraph 15 of the annex to Council resolution 5/1 and paragraph 5 of the annex to Council resolution 16/21 (A/HRC/WG.6/32/COM/1); 112