Colombia Human Rights 2022-06-21
2022-06-21
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Q1
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Colombia's new government under Gustavo Petro has raised concerns about human rights violations.
I am concerned about the recent killings of civilians by the Colombian army and false reports that label them as armed dissidents. Given Colombia's history of military falsifying records, what steps are being taken to ensure a proper investigation?
We congratulate Gustavo Petro on his election and look forward to working with him on shared priorities. We have no specific details about the incident mentioned but emphasise our commitment to peace and human rights in Colombia.
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Congratulating New Government
Looking Forward To Working Together
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The UK and Colombia have strengthened their relationship in recent years, particularly focusing on trade, investment, drug crime, and the environment.
Given the strong bilateral relationship between the UK and Colombia, will we continue to engage at a high level with the new Colombian Administration?
We acknowledge the importance of our bilateral relationship with Colombia across various sectors such as trade, investment, drug crime, and environment. We will continue to work closely together on these issues.
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Colombia is the most dangerous country for trade unionists, with ongoing violence against social activists and indigenous peoples.
Will the Minister ensure that the peace process includes civil society groups like trade unions, which have been neglected?
The hon. Member raises an important point about protecting civil society. We will continue to support the Colombian Government and advocate for the peace process with FARC, acknowledging the role of President-elect Petro.
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Supporting The Peace Process
Commitment From New President
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Gustavo Petro's election offers a chance for renewed commitment to the Colombian peace agreement, but violence against social activists and indigenous peoples continues.
As the UN penholder for Colombia, will the Minister commit to changing course and working with the new Administration to address ongoing violence?
We refute the idea that we have been inactive. We have spent over £69 million on conflict, stability and security fund supporting peace agreement implementation, rural development, reintegration programmes, transitional justice mechanisms, community security. Additionally, we put in over £240 million for climate funding to stabilise environmental areas.
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Q5
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New government under Gustavo Petro should provide new impetus towards full implementation of peace agreement, but violence against social activists and indigenous peoples continues.
What steps will the Minister take to investigate recent incidents involving civilian casualties falsely reported as combatants?
We congratulate Gustavo Petro on his election and look forward to working with him on shared priorities. We have no specific details about the incident mentioned but emphasise our commitment to peace and human rights in Colombia.
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Investigation steps not detailed
Congratulating New Government
Looking Forward To Working Together
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