A/HRC/31/14 25. Iceland expressed concern about reports of the treatment of asylum seekers in immigration detention and the legal protection of children in families headed by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex persons. 26. India urged the revision of laws and policies to fully recognize and protect the rights of the indigenous peoples across the nation. 27. Indonesia appreciated the requirement that a statement of compatibility with human rights accompanied any federal legislation, and the plans on disability and reducing violence. 28. The Islamic Republic of Iran expressed concern about the mandatory immigration detention regime and the lack of measures to prevent child exploitation and violence against women and children. 29. Iraq was pleased with efforts to recognize indigenous people in the Constitution and reform programmes for indigenous children and their employment. 30. Ireland encouraged equal recognition of same-sex marriage and was concerned at the postponed Special Rapporteur visit, the continued detention of children in offshore centres and the overrepresentation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples in detention. 31. Israel welcomed the continued efforts to achieve a gender diversity target of 40 per cent on government boards and various measures on gender, disability and trafficking. 32. Italy appreciated the adoption of the National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking and Slavery 2015-2019 and the commitment to hold a referendum to constitutionally recognize indigenous Australians. 33. Japan was concerned at reports that indigenous peoples were subjected to discrimination and at the transfer of asylum seekers to other countries, while commending the acceptance by Australia of a large number of immigrants. 34. Kenya welcomed measures to improve the human rights of the most vulnerable in society. 35. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic commended efforts to promote the rights of indigenous people and progress in improving gender equality. 36. Libya called for more efforts to combat discrimination and promote the rights of the indigenous peoples in areas of health, education and childhood. 37. Lithuania commended the progress in implementing the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children 2010-2022. 38. Luxembourg welcomed federal protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity and noted the remaining challenges regarding the treatment of migrants and discrimination against indigenous peoples. 39. Malaysia noted achievements in ensuring gender equality and the rights of persons with disabilities; however, there was room to improve the realization of the rights of indigenous peoples. 40. Maldives inquired about efforts made to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions to safe levels. 41. Mauritius commended the reform agenda of Australia for indigenous affairs and welcomed its multicultural policy. 42. Mexico commended progress in public spending and human rights promotion and noted efforts to constitutionally recognize indigenous peoples. 5