A/HRC/47/8 Government’s inquiry into violence against persons with disabilities, as well as its measures to support persons with disabilities in employment. 98. The delegation affirmed the country’s commitment to gender equality and its zero tolerance for violence against women and their children, underpinned by the relevant national plan. It highlighted measures to increase women’s workforce participation and economic security, along with progress made to encourage women in leadership. 99. The delegation made note of the country’s ongoing consideration of raising the minimum age of criminal responsibility. It described efforts to reduce the rates of young people in the criminal justice system, as well as measures taken to protect children in detention. 100. The delegation described measures to protect older persons, particularly in relation to aged care and the efforts taken to strengthen accompanying services. 101. The country’s global leadership in combating modern slavery was highlighted by the delegation, as were measures to protect vulnerable workers domestically. 102. Norway noted the country’s progress on transferring asylum seekers from offshore processing centres, yet expressed its concern at the number of asylum seekers still detained. 103. Pakistan expressed concern over reports of racial discrimination, and reduced funding for the Australian Human Rights Commission. 104. Panama made recommendations. 105. Paraguay made recommendations. 106. Peru made recommendations. 107. The Philippines welcomed the country’s efforts to support human rights education and the training of law enforcement officials handling migration. 108. Poland welcomed the ratification of the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture. 109. Portugal commended Australia for its cooperation with special procedures and treaty bodies. 110. Qatar commended the country’s strengthening of the legislative and institutional framework for human rights. 111. The Republic of Korea welcomed the ratification of the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture, and the new National Agreement on Closing the Gap. 112. The Republic of Moldova commended Australia for its efforts to promote the human rights of indigenous peoples. 113. Romania expressed concern about issues of child safety and the proportion of children in out-of-home care. 114. The Russian Federation expressed concern about the current policy on indigenous peoples. It noted that it was possible to adopt special laws for racial groups. 115. Rwanda noted with appreciation measures taken by Australia to address modern slavery. 116. Senegal commended Australia on its ratification of the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture and the Paris Agreement. 117. Serbia welcomed measures taken by Australia to promote multiculturalism. 118. Singapore recognized efforts made by Australia to address family, domestic and sexual violence, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. 119. Slovakia congratulated Australia for its inclusive approach to addressing human rights issues. 120. Slovenia made recommendations. 7