Promoting the rights of religious minorities is a core part of the UK’s diplomatic engagement in Pakistan. The Minister for the Middle East raised the issue of Ahmadi rights when he met with Pakistan’s Human Rights Minister on 19 November. In a meeting with Pakistan’s Interior Minister on 20 November, he and the British High Commissioner raised the issue of violence towards Ahmadi Muslims. The British High Commission continues to raise these issues, including the need for swift action in response to incidents of violence, at the highest levels. We urge the Pakistani authorities to ensure that perpetrators of violence are held to account.
Lord Collins of Highbury, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, has provided the following answer to your written parliamentary question (HL4203):
Question by Lord Alton of Liverpool:
To ask His Majesty’s Government what representations they have made to the government of Pakistan regarding the prosecution of those who commit violence against Ahmadiyya Muslims. (HL4203)
Tabled on: 20 January 2025
Answer:
Lord Collins of Highbury:
Promoting the rights of religious minorities is a core part of the UK’s diplomatic engagement in Pakistan. The Minister for the Middle East raised the issue of Ahmadi rights when he met with Pakistan’s Human Rights Minister on 19 November. In a meeting with Pakistan’s Interior Minister on 20 November, he and the British High Commissioner raised the issue of violence towards Ahmadi Muslims. The British High Commission continues to raise these issues, including the need for swift action in response to incidents of violence, at the highest levels. We urge the Pakistani authorities to ensure that perpetrators of violence are held to account.
Date and time of answer: 28 Jan 2025 at 17:38.
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Lord Collins of Highbury, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, has provided the following answer to your written parliamentary question (HL4202):
Question by Lord Alton of Liverpool:
To ask His Majesty’s Government what representations they have made to the government of Pakistan regarding the safety and right to freedom of religion of Ahmadiyya Muslims; and what response, if any, they have received. (HL4202)
Tabled on: 20 January 2025
Answer:
Lord Collins of Highbury:
Promoting the rights of religious minorities is a core part of the UK’s diplomatic engagement in Pakistan. The Minister for the Middle East stressed the importance of religious tolerance and harmony when he met with Pakistan’s Human Rights Minister on 19 November. In a meeting with Pakistan’s Interior Minister on 20 November, he and the British High Commissioner raised the issue of violence towards Ahmadi Muslims. The British High Commission continues to raise the issue of safety for the Ahmadi community at the highest levels. We have received assurances that the Pakistani authorities will continue to work hard to protect minority communities. Date and time of answer: 28 Jan 2025 at 17:29
