A/HRC/58/7 41. Togo noted the progress made in relation to the legal framework, including the accession to two core international human rights treaties. 42. Tunisia welcomed the ratification of several international instruments, including the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. 43. Türkiye welcomed the progress made in combating gender-based violence and discrimination, respecting children’s rights and reducing prison overcrowding, among other things. 44. Slovenia urged Côte d’Ivoire to extend a standing invitation to all special procedure mandate holders. 45. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland stated that it was vital that civic space remained open to foster inclusive elections in 2025 and expressed concern about violations of the rights of LGBT+ individuals. 46. The United Republic of Tanzania noted the measures taken by Côte d’Ivoire to combat trafficking in persons, child labour and prison overcrowding and to increase school enrolment. 47. The United States of America remained concerned about the suppression of independent media, increasing discrimination and violence against LGBTQI+ individuals. 48. Vanuatu noted the adoption of various action plans and strategies for the protection of human rights. 49. Viet Nam noted the initiatives taken by Côte d’Ivoire to strengthen the human rights institutional and legislative frameworks and to promote human rights education. 50. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela noted the ratification of international instruments and urged Côte d’Ivoire to guarantee the rights of migrant workers. 51. Zambia noted the achievements made by Côte d’Ivoire in the promotion of civil and political rights. 52. Zimbabwe commended Côte d’Ivoire for its legislative reforms, which were aimed at bringing the legal system into line with the country’s international commitments. 53. Algeria noted the efforts made by Côte d’Ivoire to improve the protection of human rights in the country, including through the adoption of the National Human Rights Action Plan. 54. Angola noted the progress made in the implementation of recommendations from the previous review and the commitment to ensure gender equality and empower women. 55. Armenia commended Côte d’Ivoire for its commitment to implementing recommendations from the previous review, including those made by Armenia. 56. Australia welcomed the abolition of the death penalty, while noting restrictions on the freedoms of assembly and of association and cases of arbitrary detention. 57. Bahrain noted the positive engagement of Côte d’Ivoire with the international human rights mechanisms. 58. Belgium welcomed the legislative reforms and the progress made in implementing recommendations from the previous review. 59. Bhutan noted the efforts made by Côte d’Ivoire to reduce poverty and promote economic empowerment, as well as the ratification of international instruments. 60. The Plurinational State of Bolivia noted the efforts made by Côte d’Ivoire to strengthen the legislative framework and the ratification of international instruments. 61. Botswana noted the legislative reforms introduced by Côte d’Ivoire and the existing challenges, particularly the prevalence of gender-based violence and discrimination against women. GE.24-23209 5