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Saudi Arabia: Human Rights

Asked by Abtisam MohamedLabourForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 15 October 2024UIN 8323

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to help ensure that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia complies with international human rights obligations.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The UK opposes the death penalty in all circumstances as our joint statement on 10 October made clear; the Saudi authorities are well aware of our opposition. We will continue to raise human rights with the Saudi authorities through a range of diplomatic channels.

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