A/HRC/25/8 50. Namibia observed that Mauritius enjoyed a strong democracy and a robust human rights framework, including the National Human Rights Action Plan. It made recommendations. 51. Nepal commended the adoption of the “Maurice Ile Durable” policy and efforts to ensure the rights of women, children, persons with disabilities and the elderly. It noted encouraging progress in increasing female participation in politics and decision-making. It made recommendations. 52. The Netherlands commended the efforts to improve women’s rights and combat gender-based violence, and stated that the full implementation of the action plan to end gender-based violence would be an important step. It called upon Mauritius to submit the requested follow-up information to the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. It made recommendations. 53. Singapore noted Mauritius’ efforts to eliminate all forms of violence and abuse against children, including sanctions against child labour, and the special government unit providing psychotherapy and shelters for victims. It noted the efforts towards gender equality and combating gender-based violence. It made recommendations. 54. Nigeria commended the participatory approach adopted by Mauritius in preparing the report. It further commended the authorities for the progress made in promoting and protecting human rights across a broad range of areas. It made recommendations. 55. Oman commended the ongoing commitment to strengthening the legislative and institutional framework geared toward legal protection for all without distinction. It recalled that Mauritius was committed to complying with its international obligations and implementing the National Human Rights Action Plan. It noted the focus on the rights of persons with disabilities, equality for all and non-discrimination. It made a recommendation. 56. The Philippines was pleased with the enactment of several laws aimed at strengthening the human rights normative framework. It congratulated Mauritius’ efforts to safeguard the rights of women, children, the elderly and persons with disabilities and acknowledged Mauritius’ commitment to advancing the cause of migrant workers. It commended the formulation of the National Human Rights Action Plan and expressed appreciation that the Office of the Prime Minister was leading its implementation. It made recommendations. 57. Rwanda commended Mauritius on enacting legislation in a number of areas, including human rights protection, equal opportunities and combating trafficking in persons. It also commended the adoption of the National Gender Policy Framework. Rwanda made recommendations. 58. Senegal noted the progress made in implementing the recommendations of the first UPR cycle. It further noted the significant progress made in promoting and protecting human rights, that is reflected in initiatives such as the adoption of the National Human Rights Action Plan, the restructuring of the National Human Rights Commission and the measures taken to combat gender-based and domestic violence. It made recommendations. 59. Seychelles applauded the progress made in enhancing the rights and status of women, including the implementation of the National Gender Policy Framework and the National Action Plan to Combat Domestic Violence. It made recommendations. 60. Sierra Leone congratulated Mauritius on its recent ranking for democracy of 18 by the Economist Intelligence Unit, compared to the previous rank of 26. It welcomed the policies adopted and the institutions established to address the needs of vulnerable groups, 8