A/HRC/29/15 68. Indonesia welcomed legal and institutional reforms, the protection of children in conflict with the law and the fight against human trafficking, which could be strengthened. 69. Ireland expressed concern about restrictions on freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. 70. Israel noted the ongoing criminalization of non-violent dissenting speech and restrictions on access to information. 71. Italy welcomed efforts to promote dialogue among religions, and encouraged Turkey to continue to fight against child labour. 72. Japan commended Turkey for accepting large numbers of refugees from neighbouring countries, and encouraged further implementation of legislative reforms. 73. Jordan commended the sincere and ongoing efforts to further promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms. 74. Kazakhstan commended Turkey on its role in strengthening cooperation among all the countries belonging to the Turkic family, especially in the cultural sphere. 75. Kenya welcomed the recent establishment of the NHRI. 76. Kuwait commended Turkey on its commitment to implement previous UPR recommendations, which confirmed its commitment to human rights. 77. Kyrgyzstan noted that the NHRI was designated as the national preventive mechanism to perform tasks within the context of OP-CAT. 78. Lao People’s Democratic Republic expressed appreciation for efforts to protect and safeguard the rights of women, children and persons with disabilities. 79. Latvia commended efforts in raising girls’ schooling rates and the provision of education services to refugees. 80. Lebanon expressed appreciation for the protection of basic rights and freedoms, as reflected in the creation of institutions and the passing of human rights-related legislation. 81. Lithuania welcomed positive steps towards the prevention of inequalities. 82. Luxembourg thanked Turkey for its efforts to help Syrian refugees. 83. Madagascar welcomed the establishment of the office of the Ombudsman in accordance with the Paris Principles. 84. Malaysia expressed appreciation for progress in women’s rights, particularly through the establishment of the Ministry of Family and Social Policies. 85. Switzerland noted that serious and persisting problems prevailed in the field of human rights, in particular in relation to its recommendations from the first UPR. 86. Mauritania noted Turkey’s cooperation with human rights mechanisms and its efforts to overcome difficulties. 87. Mauritius welcomed the introduction of compulsory education and the constitutional amendment providing for positive discrimination for children, women, the elderly and persons with disabilities. 88. Mexico recognized legislative achievements and expressed appreciation for the efforts to enhance the independence of the judiciary. 89. Montenegro requested that Turkey elaborate on the measures taken to prevent early and forced marriages in an integrated manner. 8