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PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Peru: Politics and Government (20 February 2023)

Question Asked

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether he has had discussions with the government of Peru on the use of force during recent protests in Peru.

Asked by:
David Mundell (Conservative)

Answer

The Foreign Secretary discussed developments in Peru during a call with Peru's Foreign Minister on 21 February. Minister Rutley spoke with the Peruvian Vice Foreign Minister on 22 February 2023. Our Embassy in Lima has regular discussions with the Peruvian Government about the situation, including reports of abuses and the deaths of protestors that have occurred since the change of government in December, highlighting the need to protect lives and for greater transparency in ensuring respect for fundamental rights.


Answered by:
Anne-Marie Trevelyan (Conservative)
28 February 2023

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