Mr. Stafford spoke about the challenges and progress in Sudan, highlighting the massacre of June 2019 and the need for an independent inquiry. He praised recent agreements that include women's representation but noted more needs to be done. Mr. Stafford emphasized religious freedom issues, particularly the protection of Christians, and advocated for economic reforms, transparency in governance, media freedom, improved healthcare provision, and support for democracy.

Jim Shannon highlighted the urgent need for detailed investigations into human rights violations in Sudan, urging the Minister to encourage his Sudanese counterparts to bring those responsible to justice. He commended recent positive developments but noted ongoing issues such as criminalisation of blasphemy and targeted church attacks. Shannon also emphasised the importance of international scrutiny and accountability mechanisms. I want to have on the record that when the Minister visits Sudan, he raises issues of religious persecution and the representation of religious minority groups in the Government and judiciary. The law of the land has changed but is interpreted differently.

Commemorates the work of Harriett Baldwin on Sudan and supports the Sudanese people's call for a civilian-led government. Highlights the Khartoum massacre in June 2019, expressing concern over atrocities including torture, rape, and indiscriminate use of live ammunition. Calls for justice and investigations into past attacks and crimes against humanity. Discusses economic challenges such as flooding, crop damage, livestock loss, and locust infestations. Questions the impact of sanctions on peace and transition, and inquires about debt restructuring. Concerned about funding cuts to Sudan programmes and asks how UK priorities will develop in east Africa.