A/HRC/24/16 62. Tajikistan commended achievements regarding MDGs, and expressed its trust that Cuba would continue to combat human trafficking. 63. Thailand commended efforts regarding MDGs and the rights to development, food, education and health. 64. Timor-Leste noted achievements in education, health and gender equality. 65. Togo welcomed measures in favour of elderly persons and the State’s health-care system. 66. Trinidad and Tobago noted the ratification of human rights instruments and the country’s strong MDG performance. 67. Tunisia welcomed the strengthened legal and institutional framework and encouraged Cuba to issue a standing invitation to Human Rights Council mandate holders. It expressed solidarity with Cuba, which had suffered 50 years of embargo. 68. Cuba indicated that, regarding national human rights institutions, there was not one single model. Cuba had a national system for the promotion and protection of human rights which functioned effectively and demonstrated the positive fulfilment of the aspirations and interests of the Cuban people. 69. Cuba said that its Government recognized, respected and guaranteed compliance with the labour principles and fundamental rights standardized by the International Labour Organization, which had constitutional status in Cuba. 70. Turkey commended the creation of travel opportunities for Cubans, the expansion of ownership rights and encouragement of entrepreneurship. 71. Turkmenistan welcomed the delegation of Cuba. 72. Uganda commended the achievement of MDGs 1, 2, 3 and 4 despite difficult circumstances; it also commended the country’s cooperation with human rights bodies and its natural disaster programmes. 73. Ukraine reiterated its appreciation for the medical assistance that Cuba had provided for Ukrainian children. 74. The United Arab Emirates acknowledged the importance that Cuba attached to economic, social and cultural rights to improve living conditions and social justice and the steps taken to implement previous recommendations. 75. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland welcomed the new migration law, but remained concerned about the continued restriction of freedom of expression. 76. The United Republic of Tanzania commended Cuba on progress made in the implementation of agreed recommendations despite major challenges, including the embargo and natural disasters. 77. The United States of America raised concerns on impediments to multiparty elections and freedom of expression, and referred to Alan Gross and Oswaldo Paya. 78. Uruguay underscored the implementation of measures to advance human rights, such as those in the areas of migration, prison visits and MDGs, even in a context of economic blockade. 79. Uzbekistan welcomed the progress made by Cuba in the protection and promotion of human rights since the first review. 80. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela welcomed the delegation. 7