A/HRC/55/13 128. The Kingdom of the Netherlands noted with concern the increase in intimidation and trials against the media, human rights defenders and civil society. 129. The Niger noted the implementation of the population-centred development agenda, including on women, children, climate change and sustainable development. 130. Nigeria commended Bangladesh for improvements in women’s participation in the workforce, access to education and political representation. 131. Norway recognized achievements in economic development but expressed concern about the shrinking civic space. 132. Oman welcomed the adoption by the National Human Rights Commission of its third five-year strategic plan (2022–2026). 133. Pakistan expressed appreciation for continued engagement with United Nations human rights mechanisms and for legislative steps in the promotion and protection of human rights. 134. Panama made recommendations. 135. Paraguay welcomed the adoption of the National Action Plan to Prevent Violence against Women and Children 2018–2030. 136. Peru made recommendations. 137. The Philippines welcomed the adoption of the National Skills Development Authority Act (2018) and the Mental Health Act (2018). 138. Poland welcomed efforts to advance economic, social and cultural rights and accelerate progress in the eradication of poverty. 139. Portugal commended Bangladesh for having adopted the Mental Health Act. 140. Qatar noted the adoption of policies and plans, increasing allocations to the national human rights institution and measures to combat corruption. 141. The Republic of Korea welcomed the zero-tolerance policy on violence against religious minorities, and women’s empowerment. 142. The State of Palestine acknowledged commitments by Bangladesh to preventing violence against children in all settings and the zero-tolerance policy against violence targeting religious minorities. 143. In conclusion, the delegation of Bangladesh stated that it valued the comments and recommendations made, which the Government would undoubtedly examine and give due consideration in order to further advance the protection and promotion of human rights, gradually building a prosperous nation where everyone could fully enjoy all rights. The delegation expressed gratitude to the OHCHR secretariat and the interpreters, and to the troika – Cuba, Pakistan and Romania – for its significant role in overseeing the reporting process. II. Conclusions and/or recommendations 144. The following recommendations will be examined by Bangladesh, which will provide responses in due time, but no later than the fifty-fifth session of the Human Rights Council: 144.1 Consider ratifying the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance (Armenia) (Sierra Leone); 144.2 Consider signing and ratifying the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance (Finland); 144.3 Ratify the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearances (Argentina) (France) (Niger); 10 GE.23-24573