A/HRC/19/8 to strengthen the protection of fundamental freedoms and democracy, including through the plan for the administration of justice and the development efforts which have reduced poverty in the country. Syria highlighted the steps taken in the areas of health and education and to protect children from exploitation. It encouraged the continuation of these efforts. 80. Hungary, while welcoming the National Human Rights Action Plan, noted the lack of advancement in abolishing the death penalty. Hungary enquired about the findings of the committee that was studying the issue of ratifying the Rome Statute. Hungary encouraged efforts to balance protection of the monarchy and the right of individuals to express their views. Hungary suggested that equal attention be given to the work of international, as well as national and community, human rights mechanisms. It made recommendations. 81. Sweden, while noting that Thailand had a vibrant media, referred to international perceptions that it had dropped to being among the countries least respectful of the right to freedom of expression. Sweden expressed concern about investigations and accountability following complaints made against members of the police or armed forces. Sweden made recommendations. 82. Chad noted that Thailand was endeavouring to guarantee access to social security to all the population and that it was moving forward on the process of reconciliation. It welcomed Thailand’s commitment to guarantee social justice, reduce socio-economic disparities and improve the well-being of the population. Chad made a recommendation. 83. Spain highlighted the improvements achieved through the implementation of the National Human Rights Plan and the effectiveness of its follow-up mechanisms. Spain highlighted Thailand’s dialogue with civil society as well as its cooperation with the treaty bodies. Spain made recommendations. 84. The delegation informed that the Prime Minister’s Order of June 2010 to suppress, arrest and prosecute foreign workers working underground had been overridden by an amnesty, and a new round of migrant workers registration has been opened and the registration process has been facilitated. Campaigns to disseminate information on the rights of migrant workers have been implemented and several mechanisms has been made available to migrant workers facing mistreatment, including through the National Human Rights Commission. 85. Regarding questions on child labour, the delegation indicated that the employment of children under the age of 15 was strictly prohibited and that the rate of employment among children had declined, including as a result of the labour inspection system. 86. On issues relating to freedom of association and labour unions, the delegation stated that it intended to become party to ILO Conventions Nos. 87 and 98. 87. In conclusion, the delegation reiterated the commitment of the Government of Thailand to the principles of the rule of law, justice and respect for all human rights. The delegation welcomed the constructive spirit in which the recommendations were given and promised to give serious consideration to each one of them. Many of the recommendations are in fact in the pipeline or are already being implemented. It indicated that the Government had approved the signing of the Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance and that it was ready to extend an open invitation to all special procedures. Thailand plans to organize a series of follow-up workshops to raise awareness of the UPR recommendations and to form an alliance with the public and civil society so as to translate the recommendations into action. It also plans to integrate the UPR recommendations into its National Human Rights Plan of Action and set up a monitoring mechanism to ensure progress. Thailand intends to work with the OHCHR, treaty bodies and special procedures of the Human Rights Council in the implementation process. 12