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Women, Peace and Security National Action Plan 2018-2022: Annual Report 2019

04 June 2020

Proposing MP
Esher and Walton
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Foreign and Commonwealth Office

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement discusses the publication of the UK's fourth National Action Plan (NAP) on Women, Peace and Security 2018-2022 annual report for 2019.

Action Requested

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office is publishing the annual report which outlines progress against the NAP during 2019, focusing on nine conflict-affected countries. Additionally, the UK commits to raising ambition and strengthening implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 in the lead up to its 20th anniversary.

Key Facts

  • The National Action Plan was published on 18 January 2018.
  • The NAP covers the period from 2018 to 2022.
  • Nine focus countries include Afghanistan, Democratic Republic of Congo, Iraq, Libya, Myanmar, Nigeria, South Sudan, Somalia and Syria.
  • October 2020 marks the 20th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325.
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