A/HRC/27/8 prevent domestic violence and harmful traditional practices. Montenegro made recommendations. 69. Morocco commended Bhutan for its promotion of the “national happiness” concept. It asked how Bhutan would combat youth unemployment, and for details of planned sustainable solutions to challenges related to education, health care, infrastructure and the economy. Morocco made a recommendation. 70. Myanmar welcomed efforts towards poverty eradication and government programmes to provide free education through grade 10. It noted new human rights legislation. Myanmar made recommendations. 71. Nepal applauded efforts to strengthen democracy, combat gender-based violence and enhance female representation in decision-making. Repatriation of refugees was the only solution to the refugee crisis, and it urged Bhutan to cooperate. Nepal made recommendations. 72. The Netherlands commended Bhutan on its transition to a democratic constitutional monarchy and its efforts to achieve the Millennium Development Goals. It was concerned that refugees wishing to return to Bhutan could not do so. It made recommendations. 73. Nicaragua recognized progress towards improving human rights and commended the provision of support by the international community. It noted the Domestic Violence Prevention Act and the Child Care and Protection Act. Nicaragua made recommendations. 74. Oman noted the enactment of national legislation and efforts towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals, and that improving economic conditions, tackling unemployment, alleviating poverty and providing health care and education were national priorities. Oman made a recommendation. 75. Pakistan commended Bhutan for its enactment of several new laws to advance human rights. It welcomed measures towards environmental conservation, which promoted development and economic rights. Pakistan made recommendations. 76. Paraguay noted the reduction in poverty and welcomed legislation on domestic violence, the creation of institutions to protect women and children, and programmes to protect vulnerable groups and empower local governments. Paraguay made recommendations. 77. Peru commended Bhutan for its efforts to consolidate democracy and the rule of law. It welcomed measures to promote civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights. It encouraged international cooperation to tackle remaining challenges. Peru made recommendations. 78. The Philippines acknowledged the commitment of Bhutan to strengthening the rule of law, combating domestic violence, reducing the gender gap in tertiary education and increasing women’s participation in politics. It noted the enactment of legislation on human trafficking. It urged Bhutan to cooperate with climate change initiatives. It made recommendations. 79. Portugal welcomed the extending of an invitation to the Special Rapporteur on the right to education, as well as the adoption of the Domestic Violence Prevention Act and the Child Care and Protection Act. It expressed concern regarding gender-based violence. Portugal made recommendations. 80. Saudi Arabia noted progress in protecting children’s rights, providing access to high-quality gender-equal education, and combating domestic violence and human trafficking. It noted the creation of the National Commission for Women and Children. It made recommendations. 9