A/HRC/57/9 69. Ecuador highlighted the development and implementation of the five-year strategic plan for the period 2023–2027, which addressed gender issues. 70. Egypt welcomed the reactivation of the national mechanism for implementation, reporting and follow-up and the ongoing efforts to establish an independent national human rights institution. 71. Equatorial Guinea welcomed efforts to adhere to human rights principles, despite the serious abuses perpetrated by the armed militias. 72. Eritrea welcomed the delegation of Yemen and presented its recommendations. 73. Estonia expressed grave concerns about systematic violations of the rights of women, including widespread discrimination against them, as well as the ongoing acts of violence, threats and harassment against journalists and media workers in Yemen. 74. France thanked Yemen for the presentation of its report and presented its recommendations. 75. The Gambia commended Yemen for its proactive measures against gender-based violence, including legislation and national strategies. 76. Georgia expressed concerns about the ongoing situation endangering the population of Yemen, emphasizing the urgent need to address the humanitarian crisis and protect vulnerable people. 77. Germany expressed serious concern about the humanitarian and human rights situations and called upon Yemen to intensify its efforts to achieve gender equality. 78. Honduras thanked Yemen for the presentation of its report and presented its recommendations. 79. Iceland welcomed the national report of Yemen and presented its recommendations. 80. India noted the challenges faced by Yemen in achieving peace, stability and development, while expressing appreciation for its positive engagement with human rights mechanisms and institutional strengthening. 81. Indonesia thanked Yemen for presenting its national report and expressed appreciation for its efforts in promoting and protecting human rights, amid ongoing challenges. 82. Iraq acknowledged the efforts of Yemen to alleviate the impact of the humanitarian crisis and to reduce malnutrition and food insecurity within the country. 83. Ireland remained concerned about the absence of comprehensive legislation addressing all gender-based violence, while recognizing the steps taken by Yemen to support female victims. 84. Israel condemned Houthi violations in Yemen, attacks on civilians, arbitrary detention and abuses against women, minorities and LGBTQ+ individuals. 85. Italy thanked Yemen for the presentation of its national report and presented its recommendations. 86. Jordan acknowledged efforts by Yemen to protect and reinforce human rights by implementing various recommendations. 87. Kuwait acknowledged the progress made by Yemen in human rights and its efforts to protect and promote rights amid significant challenges. 88. Kyrgyzstan expressed appreciation for the engagement of Yemen with the universal periodic review process, as well as the developments made since the previous review. 89. Latvia welcomed the delegation and thanked it for the presentation of the national report. 90. Lebanon praised the efforts made by Yemen to protect human rights, noting the achievements of the National Commission of Inquiry, and urged continued support for priority categories, especially internally displaced persons. GE.24-09703 7