A/HRC/48/11 42. Georgia acknowledged progress regarding the establishment of the national human rights commission. 43. Germany remained concerned about widespread sexual and gender-based violence and attacks against media representatives. 44. Ghana commended Somalia for constructive consultations among stakeholders on the constitutional review process. 45. Greece noted commitments to strengthen the protection of children affected by armed conflict. 46. Iceland welcomed the national report and the steps outlined therein, and expressed hope for their continued implementation. 47. India took positive note of health strategies for Somalia as a road map for universal health care. 48. Indonesia welcomed the advancements in the rights of persons with disabilities. 49. Iraq expressed appreciation for the country’s submission of periodic reports to the human rights treaty bodies. 50. Ireland acknowledged the country’s ratification of international instruments and adoption of the National Reconciliation Framework. 51. Italy welcomed the ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. 52. Japan commended Somalia for the road map to implement the national action plan on ending sexual violence in conflict. 53. Jordan welcomed the progress made in the human rights situation regarding legislation. 54. Kuwait commended the country’s reporting on, and implementation of, treaties it had ratified. 55. Latvia thanked Somalia for presenting its national report. 56. Lebanon expressed hope that a definitive solution to the crisis would be found. 57. Lesotho noted the review of legislation to safeguard equal nationality rights for Somali women. 58. Libya commended Somalia for steps taken towards broader political participation, including the adoption of the National Independent Electoral Commission law. 59. Liechtenstein thanked Somalia for the information provided in its introductory statement and national report. 60. Lithuania expressed deep concern about the political situation in the country. 61. Malawi applauded the ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. 62. Malaysia welcomed the engagement by Somalia with Human Rights Council mechanisms. 63. Maldives noted the efforts made to develop the health strategy for 2018–2020. 64. Mali welcomed the establishment of the national agency for persons with disabilities. 65. Mauritania commended Somalia for progress made, notably in legal and institutional reforms. 66. Mauritius applauded Somalia for recognizing the importance of addressing past human rights violations. 67. Montenegro recognized the country’s cooperation with treaty bodies and other international human rights mechanisms. 6