A/HRC/57/9 52. Burundi welcomed the establishment of the committee to provide support to the most vulnerable groups, the National Committee for Women and policies, strategies and plans to promote women’s rights. 53. Canada remained concerned about the situation of human rights in Yemen and noted that multiple actors, including Houthi militants, were responsible for serious human rights abuses. 54. Chile valued the efforts of Yemen to address school dropout, assist out-of-school children and strengthen its cooperation with the United Nations human rights system. 55. China welcomed the efforts of Yemen to end the armed conflict and seek peaceful solutions. 56. Colombia encouraged Yemen to intensify efforts to reduce violence and search for peace, returning to the Stockholm Agreement. 57. Costa Rica reiterated its concern about the human rights violations of the civilian population in the context of the armed conflict. 58. Cuba recognized the Government’s efforts to restore peace and security and guarantee the rule of law. 59. Czechia thanked Yemen for its presentation and presented its recommendations. 60. Denmark expressed deep concern about the critical humanitarian and human rights situation, as well as the rights of women and girls, including freedom of movement. 61. The delegation of Yemen emphasized its commitment to reviewing all recommendations and implementing the measures necessary. Since 2014, efforts had focused on ending the war through negotiations and political processes, despite rejection by terrorist militias. It highlighted the decision to establish a national human rights institution following a national dialogue; it would be established upon the cessation of hostilities. 62. Challenges in delivering assistance were noted; they were primarily due to obstruction by the Houthi militia, causing adverse effects for citizens. The Government sought to cooperate with international mechanisms, despite hindrances by the Houthis. The delegation mentioned discussions on signing international agreements and the intention to ratify them in future parliamentary sessions. 63. Efforts to investigate arbitrary detentions and support a national entity for investigating violations were emphasized. Despite challenges, cooperation with international entities persisted. The delegation reiterated the Government’s commitment to preserving minority rights and sought support in that regard from countries and international organizations. 64. On political empowerment, despite challenges, progress was noted in increasing women’s participation, including in high-level decision-making positions and judicial roles. A strategy had been drafted to enhance women’s socioeconomic conditions. Measures against female genital mutilation and dropout prevention from schools were highlighted, along with initiatives to counter gender-based violence. 65. Regarding judicial independence, efforts were being made to activate courts, appoint judges, including women, and reform judicial institutions. Access to judicial services was prioritized, despite the exceptional circumstances. 66. The Government had implemented a road map for children’s rights, signed with the United Nations in 2018, and the delegation underscored efforts to address various challenges, uphold human rights, empower women and improve judicial services, while seeking international support for peace and development initiatives in Yemen. 67. Djibouti welcomed mechanisms to provide for essential humanitarian aid, and the bill on an independent national human rights institution, to be created in 2025. 68. The Dominican Republic welcomed the efforts of Yemen to develop the National Nutrition Strategy. 6 GE.24-09703