A/HRC/55/13 85. Cuba acknowledged the commitment recommendations from previous review cycles. of Bangladesh to implementing 86. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea commended Bangladesh for efforts towards poverty elimination. 87. Denmark encouraged Bangladesh to promote democracy, free speech and tolerance, and expressed regret at the lack of implementation of recommendations from previous review cycles. 88. Djibouti commended Bangladesh for legal reforms and efforts towards strengthening the rights of women, children, minorities and marginalized groups. 89. Egypt praised Bangladesh for having passed or amended legislation to promote the rights of women, children and persons with disabilities and ensure freedom of religion. 90. Estonia commended Bangladesh for measures on gender equality and the protection of refugees, but expressed concern about child marriage. 91. Ethiopia commended Bangladesh for having implemented the recommendations from the previous review cycles and for its commitment to human rights. 92. Finland welcomed the repeal from the Evidence Act of gender-discriminatory provisions related to rape survivors and court hearings. 93. France encouraged further efforts on labour rights, including trade union rights. 94. The Gambia expressed appreciation for the commitment of Bangladesh to humanitarian principles by providing refuge to the Rohingya population. 95. Georgia expressed appreciation for efforts in strengthening the institutional framework and in reducing poverty. 96. Germany commended Bangladesh for the increased public participation of women, while expressing concern at increasing limitations to freedoms. 97. Ghana welcomed the strengthening of the institutional framework and the National Action Plan to Prevent Violence against Women and Children 2018–2030. 98. Hungary commended Bangladesh for its continued engagement with human rights mechanisms, and noted improvements in the empowerment of women and girls. 99. Iceland made recommendations. 100. India expressed appreciation for the engagement of Bangladesh with the human rights mechanisms and its efforts on the advancement of women, including representation in decision-making processes. 101. Indonesia expressed appreciation for the commitment of Bangladesh and its proactive role in extending humanitarian efforts to forcibly displaced persons and for various legislative and policy measures. 102. The Islamic Republic of Iran commended Bangladesh for hosting a significant number of displaced Rohingya refugees. 103. Iraq welcomed the adoption of legislative measures and national policies, and the strengthening of the judicial system to ensure justice and prevent impunity. 104. Ireland commended Bangladesh for the legal recognition of hijras, but expressed concern about cases of violence against women and restrictions on freedom of expression. 105. Italy noted the ratification of ILO Minimum Age Convention, 1973 (No. 138), and the adoption of the National Action Plan on the Labour Sector of Bangladesh 2021–2026. 106. Japan commended Bangladesh for sheltering forcibly displaced persons from neighbouring countries, while expressing concern about violence against women and persons with disabilities. 8 GE.23-24573