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92.
Nigeria noted with satisfaction the enactment of the Immigration Act and the
Immigration Regulations, aimed at tackling human trafficking. It also noted the
establishment of the National University Act in providing for quality education; the
enactment of the Public Finance Management Act to build transparency in the management
of public finance; and the proposal in the draft federal Constitution for the establishment of
a national human rights institution.
93.
Pakistan commended the Family Protection Act, the Land Titles Act, the National
Strategy for the Economic Empowerment of Women and Girls, the National Education
Action Plan and the National Policy on Disability Inclusive Development. It also
appreciated the efforts made to alleviate poverty, support vulnerable members of society,
ensure protection from natural disasters and improve governance to achieve the Sustainable
Development Goals.
94.
Panama welcomed the progress made by Solomon Islands in promoting the rights to
education and health, reducing youth unemployment and combating domestic violence and
human trafficking. It highlighted the adoption of the Immigration Act, the Family
Protection Act, the National Development Strategy and other measures aimed at eradicating
poverty and providing support to vulnerable groups. Panama expressed concern over
practices that discriminated against women and were socially acceptable.
95.
Paraguay welcomed the ratification of several ILO fundamental conventions and
invited Solomon Islands to ratify the main international human rights conventions. It also
took note of the use of the Millennium Development Goals as indicators for the
implementation of the National Development Strategy, 2011-2020. Paraguay welcomed the
establishment of a committee to follow up on the universal periodic review
recommendations. Paraguay requested additional information, including on measures taken
to combat the practice of the bride price.
96.
The Philippines acknowledged the progress made, including the ratification of ILO
fundamental conventions and the development of a 10-year National Development
Strategy. It recognized the improvements to strengthen the democratic system, enhance
correctional facilities and combat the negative impact of climate change. The Philippines
noted the remaining challenges regarding gender equality and violence against women and
children and encouraged endeavours to increase the participation of women in rural areas.
97.
In its closing remarks, the delegation referred not only to the significant
achievements made so far, but also recognized that much still remained to be achieved,
which would take time, resources and commitment.
98.
With respect to sexual orientation and gender identity, the delegation stated that the
Government maintained the same position. The delegation thanked all the speakers who
participated in the dialogue. It also acknowledged its development partners, national nongovernmental organizations and civil society for working together with Solomon Islands in
the universal periodic review process and looked forward to continuing such work in the
future.
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