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Egypt: Religious Orders

Asked by Blake StephensonConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 9 July 2025UIN 64208

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether he has had discussions with his Egyptian counterpart on the seizure of St. Catherine’s Monastery.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The UK Government recognises St Catherine's Monastery's historical and religious importance and tracks this long-standing land ownership dispute. Our Embassy in Cairo participated in discussions with the Egyptian Government on this issue on 30 May. We will continue to engage on issues of heritage protection and religious freedoms.

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