A/HRC/43/7 measures, a norm allowing, in exceptional situations, children under 14 years of age to engage in employment had been repealed. 18. As regards the general election of 20 October 2019, there had been a high turnout and several international observers had been present. However, the losing candidate and a civic movement had questioned the results. In an effort to alleviate tensions in the country, the Government had requested the Organization of American States to carry out a comprehensive audit to verify the transparency and legitimacy of the elections. Its mission, which was currently in the country, would be completed on 12 November. B. Interactive dialogue and responses by the State under review 19. During the interactive dialogue, 90 delegations made statements. Recommendations made during the dialogue are to be found in section II of the present report. 20. Nigeria noted with encouragement the poverty reduction measures implemented by the Plurinational State of Bolivia, as well as its fight against corruption, and its efforts to ensure access to justice and combat racism. 21. Pakistan commended the commitment of the Plurinational State of Bolivia to the welfare and well-being of its people and its efforts to empower women, and reduce malnutrition and infant mortality. 22. Panama welcomed the efforts of the Plurinational State of Bolivia to reduce poverty and inequality and to ensure access to drinking water. It commended the legislative measures in favour of women. 23. Paraguay praised the adoption of the Comprehensive Multisectoral Development Plan to Combat Human Trafficking and Smuggling and encouraged the Plurinational State of Bolivia to create more shelters for trafficked women in the border areas. 24. Peru acknowledged the leadership of the Plurinational State of Bolivia in protecting the rights of indigenous people. It commended the invitation extended to the Organization of American States to audit the recent elections. 25. The Philippines noted the remarkable increase in the expenditure on public education resulting in the improvement of the student enrolment rate, especially of female students. 26. Portugal welcomed the leading role of the Plurinational State of Bolivia in adopting the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas. 27. Qatar valued the measures adopted by the Plurinational State of Bolivia in implementing previously accepted recommendations and commended the inclusion of the principles of non-discrimination and gender equality in the Constitution. 28. The Republic of Korea commended the efforts of the Plurinational State of Bolivia to promote the rights of women and children, but remained concerned at the high rate of femicide. 29. The Republic of Moldova welcomed the progress made by the Plurinational State of Bolivia in reducing extreme poverty, promoting gender equality and increasing access to health services. 30. The Russian Federation called on all political groups in the Plurinational State of Bolivia to address any existing discord following the recent elections through dialogue and cooperation. 31. Saint Kitts and Nevis welcomed the implementation of previous recommendations of the Working Group and the Multisectoral Plan to Combat Racism and All Forms of Discrimination 2016–2020. 4