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The UK welcomes Russia's engagement with the UPR, but remains deeply concerned about attacks against journalists, civil society and LGBT persons in Chechnya.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
The UK recognises Cuba's positive steps in combating human trafficking, but remains concerned about restrictions to the freedom of expression and the treatment of prisoners.
Statement by Stephen Hickey, Political Coordinator, UK Mission to the United Nations, at the Security Council Briefing on United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA).
Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt gave a statement as he completed a 2-day visit to Burma.
The UK welcomed Bangladesh's support for two of its recommendations on religious intolerance and freedom of expression, however the UK echoed concerns regarding democratic freedoms.
The UK praised Cameroon's recent steps towards eliminating the worst forms of child labour, but raised its concerns over increased violence and growing humanitarian challenges.
The UK welcomes Colombia's adoption of the three UK recommendations made during the Universal Periodic Review, as well as steps taken by Colombia to tackle human trafficking and sexual-based violence.
This UK statement was delivered at the 39th session of the Human Rights Council during the Right of Reply on the Russian Federation.
This UK statement was delivered at the 39th session of the Human Rights Council during the interactive dialogue with Assistant Secretary General Gilmour on the Secretary General's report on reprisals.
Foreign Secretary begins 2-day visit for talks with Burmese leaders on the Rohingya crisis.
Los acuerdos de cooperación suscritos cubren las áreas de Derechos Humanos, Cambio Climático e Innovación Tecnológica.
Statement by Ambassador Karen Pierce, UK Permanent Representative to the United Nations, at the Security Council Briefing on Syria.
The UK raised its concerns on LGBT rights in Chechnya, the situation in the DPRK, human rights violations in Nicaragua and South Sudan, press freedom in Egypt, and the treatment of Uyghurs in Xinjiang.
This UK statement was delivered at the 39th session of the Human Rights Council during the interactive dialogue with the fact finding mission on Burma.
The UK engaged in an interactive dialogue with the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan, where it criticised security forces in the country.
This UK statement was delivered at the 39th session of the Human Rights Council during the Interactive Dialogue with UN Commission of Inquiry on Syria.
Foreign Office Minister Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon spoke at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva.
This UK statement was delivered at the 39th session of the Human Rights Council during the interactive dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on Burundi.
Foreign Office Minister Lord Ahmad represented the UK Government at the funeral of former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan in Ghana on 13 September.
UK Ambassador delivered a statement calling for press freedoms and the protection of journalists around the world.
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