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113. Kuwait noted with interest the national report on the efforts made to implement the
recommendations previously accepted, and the progress achieved in advancing national
priorities.
114. Latvia expressed concerns about torture and extrajudicial killings and attacks on
journalists, bloggers and media workers, as well as the lack of cooperation with
International Criminal Court investigations.
115. Lesotho commended efforts resulting from the first review. It referenced national
priorities and initiatives for the advancement of human rights.
116. Libya credited progress in the implementation of recommendations accepted during
the first cycle and commended the goal towards achieving free education.
117. Liechtenstein noted the International Criminal Court case and urged that responses
to terrorist threats comply with international obligations.
118. Lithuania commended the introduction of a moratorium on the death penalty and
welcomed the enactment of the Prohibition of Female Genital Mutilation Act 2011.
119. Madagascar encouraged Kenya to continue its programmes on health, justice,
education, employment and combating poverty in Kenya.
120. Malaysia referenced the implementation of previous recommendations on combating
gender-based violence and trafficking in women and girls, and lauded the adoption of the
National Policy and Action Plan on Human Rights.
121. Mali referenced economic and social achievements and efforts to implement
previously accepted recommendations.
122. Mauritania commended achievements in human rights, including progress in the
areas of justice, education and health, and the protection and empowerment of women in
public life.
123. Mauritius commended Kenya’s commitment to human rights and the inclusion of
rights-based approaches in the Constitution.
124. Mexico welcomed the new Constitution and noted its economic, social and cultural
rights provisions and protection of vulnerable groups.
125. Montenegro requested information on activities to eliminate child prostitution and
trafficking, as well as on violence against street children and the lack of appropriate care for
them.
126. Morocco commended judicial and legal aid reform and praised the proactive role of
national institutions in promoting human rights.
127. Myanmar commended the adoption of legislative and policy measures that enabled
better enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms.
128. Namibia welcomed the formulation of policies that aim to enhance the enjoyment of
rights and make the International Bill of Human Rights a reality for Kenyans.
129. The Netherlands expressed concerns about restrictive legislation on civil society and
emphasized the need to ensure that counter-terrorism measures conform to human rights
obligations.
130. Nicaragua welcomed the review of a large number of laws as a sign that the UPR
was bearing fruit, and noted progress in gender equality.
131. The Niger commended the strengthening of the legal and institutional framework for
human rights protection and a progressive bill of rights.
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