Early day motion · EDM 288 · 22 Oct 2024
Human rights in Pakistan
Tabled by Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party)
8 signatures
The motion
That this House is deeply concerned by the ongoing attacks, systemic discrimination and persecution faced by religious and ethnic minorities in Pakistan, who face violence and a lack of legal protection; notes with alarm the reports of forced conversions, abductions, and attacks on places of worship and property confiscations which infringe on their fundamental rights to freedom of religion, belief and security; recognises that these communities are integral members of the Pakistani society and have made significant contributions to its culture, history, and economy; requests the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) to suspend relevant aid to Pakistan in light of these human rights abuses and religious intolerance; urges the FCDO to continue monitoring the situation closely and to consider reinstating aid only upon substantial improvements in the treatment of minorities; and calls on the UK Government to work with international partners to apply diplomatic pressure on Pakistan to take immediate effective measures to protect minority communities, ensure justice for victims, and uphold international human rights standards.
Signatories (8)
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Jim Shannon
Primary sponsor
11 Oct 2024 -
Andrew George
23 Oct 2024 -
John McDonnell
1 Nov 2024 -
Rachael Maskell
18 Nov 2024 -
Sammy Wilson
11 Dec 2024 -
Carla Lockhart
12 Dec 2024 -
Bob Blackman
21 Dec 2024 -
Kate Osborne
29 Apr 2025
Source: the official Early Day Motions database.