A/HRC/22/7 25. The Republic of Korea noted with satisfaction the amendments made to laws on the rights of persons with disabilities, in line with the CRPD. It expressed concern over allegations of torture and the widespread practice of using forced confessions in criminal proceedings, in addition to problems faced by ethnic minorities. The Republic of Korea made recommendations. 26. The Republic of Moldova commended Ukraine for adopting the National Plan of Action for Children (2010-2016) which takes into account the Millennium Development Goals. It welcomed amendments to refine legislation on combating domestic violence and the implementation of measures to prevent domestic violence. The Republic of Moldova made recommendations. 27. Tunisia took note of progress made to protect minorities and children’s rights, as well as efforts to counter domestic violence and human trafficking. It noted that Ukraine had established the post of Commissioner for Human Rights. It congratulated Ukraine on the creation of the Constitutional Assembly responsible for carrying out constitutional amendments. Tunisia made recommendations. 28. The Russian Federation welcomed the progress made in reforming legislation, the judiciary, law enforcement and the penitentiary system, as well as the work done to combat all forms of intolerance, xenophobia and racial discrimination. It welcomed the creation of the Ombudsman for children under the Office of the President. The Russian Federation noted the improvement in conditions of detention centres. It made recommendations. 29. Slovakia welcomed the ratification of the CRPD and its Optional Protocol as well as the amendments made to several laws related to the rights of persons with disabilities. It took positive note of the standing invitation issued by Ukraine to the special procedures. Slovakia made recommendations. 30. Slovenia welcomed the ratification of the CRPD and the Council of Europe Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings. Slovenia reiterated its request for an explanation as to how the gender perspective has been included in the UPR followup process. It invited Ukraine to close the wage gap between men and women and to recruit more women for public office. Slovenia made recommendations. 31. Spain commended Ukraine for the ratification of the CRPD and its Optional Protocol. It made recommendations. 32. Sri Lanka highlighted the preparation of comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation, and the constitution of inter-denominational consultative bodies to assist in combating religious intolerance. It noted efforts made in conjunction with international migration and labour organizations to combat and prevent trafficking. It welcomed efforts to protect the rights of women and children. Sri Lanka made recommendations. 33. Sweden stated that the new criminal procedure code was a step in the right direction, and noted that the need for further reforms to the Prosecutor’s Office and the independence of the court system have been identified. Sweden raised concerns over the cases of widespread police brutality and their impunity, as well as protection of the rights of LGBT persons. It encouraged Ukraine to ratify the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC). Sweden made recommendations. 34. Regarding the questions on anti-discrimination measures, the delegation noted the adoption of a law on preventing and combating discrimination which defines discrimination, identifies entities empowered to combat discrimination, and in particular grants the Ombudsman additional powers to address discrimination. 35. With regard to discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, the delegation stated that, under the new concept of its migration policy, combating racism and xenophobia, including 6