A/HRC/27/6 27. Costa Rica noted the creation of investigative bodies to fight impunity for human rights violations. It commended the alignment of the National Human Rights Commission with the Paris Principles and urged it to strengthen the Commission. 28. Cuba noted the efforts made to implement previous recommendations, particularly after the instability experienced by the country. The establishment of the National Development Plan had exemplified the political will necessary to advance towards the development of the country and would result in enhanced protection of human rights. 29. The Czech Republic warmly welcomed the delegation. 30. The Democratic Republic of the Congo congratulated Côte d’Ivoire on its efforts to implement the recommendations, despite the difficulties it faced. It noted the reinforcement of the legal framework in order to address numerous human rights violations. 31. Djibouti noted the efforts to improve the human rights situation by establishing social dialogue and national human rights institutions. It welcomed the country’s willingness to cooperate with international human rights mechanisms. 32. Egypt noted the thoroughness of the consultations during the preparation of the report, which demonstrated the country’s willingness to engage with the human rights system and reflected its commitment to democracy. 33. Estonia hoped for a speedy enactment of the new legislation concerning human rights defenders. While it appreciated the steps taken to improve access to justice, further efforts were needed to combat corruption. It was concerned by the increase in violence against women and children. 34. France commended the cooperation between Côte d’Ivoire and the Human Rights Council. It welcomed the ratification of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). 35. Gabon praised the cooperation with international procedures and welcomed the ratification of various instruments. It welcomed the measures taken to combat discrimination against women and commended the establishment of the Dialogue, Truth and Reconciliation Commission. 36. Germany commended Côte d’Ivoire on the progress made since the previous UPR cycle. It welcomed the efforts that had contributed to an improvement of the general human rights situation in the country. 37. Ghana commended Côte d’Ivoire on its ratification of the Rome Statute, on the establishment of its Dialogue, Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and on the improvement in the country’s security and economic situation. 38. Hungary commended Côte d’Ivoire on its national action plan against domestic and sexual violence but expressed concern at the delayed implementation of the plan. It was concerned that female genital mutilation (FGM) remained a widespread practice, and that millions of children held no birth certificate. 39. Indonesia welcomed developments concerning the normative and institutional human rights framework. It welcomed the establishment of the National Human Rights Commission and the Dialogue, Truth and Reconciliation Commission. 40. Iraq praised the efforts of Côte d’Ivoire since the last report, which illustrated the country’s willingness to advance, despite the difficulties it was facing. It welcomed measures to consolidate legislation and create institutions to promote human rights. 41. Ireland noted the ratification of the Rome Statute. While it welcomed the establishment of the two new commissions, it was concerned by the lack of accountability 6 GE.14-07583