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International Ministerial Conference on Freedom of Religion or Belief: London 2022
15 July 2022
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses the hosting of the fourth International Ministerial Conference on Freedom of Religion or Belief in London, focusing on addressing challenges to religious freedom.
Action Requested
New UK funding has been announced for supporting defenders of freedom of religion or belief and for countries ready to make legislative changes. The FCDO will continue working with civil society actors to turn pledges into action and build momentum from the conference.
Key Facts
- Conference held on July 5-6, 2022 in London.
- Over 100 countries participated in government delegations, faith groups, and civil society.
- Forty-seven governments made pledges for FoRB support.
- Thirty-four countries signed up to statements protecting and promoting FoRB.
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