Bangladesh Human Rights 2024-07-30
2024-07-30
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The recent events in Bangladesh have raised concerns about human rights violations, including high death tolls among student protesters.
What recent discussions has the Minister had with her Bangladeshi counterpart on the human rights situation in that country?
Bangladesh is an important Commonwealth friend, but we remain deeply concerned about recent events. I spoke to the Bangladesh high commissioner on 19 and 23 July. On 22 July, my right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary called for an end to the violence, for democratic reforms, and for the rule of law to be protected.
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Specific details about crackdowns on dissent were not provided
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International human rights bodies are reporting further crackdowns on dissent, including mass arrests, enforced disappearances, torture, and unlawful killings.
Does the Minister agree that Bangladeshi people must have the right to exercise their fundamental human rights, including the right to protest? Will she join me in expressing solidarity with Bangladeshi people facing repression?
My hon. Friend is an excellent champion for her constituents. The UK and our international partners continue to push for progress towards accountability and justice, including through an independent, impartial and transparent investigation into alleged human rights violations.
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Specific commitment to express solidarity was not provided
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