Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Lembit Opik (Liberal Democrat), on Tuesday, 14 November 2000, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 16 members in total.
PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA AND FALUN GONG
That this House notes the People's Republic of China's apparent policy of opposition to Falun Gong practitioners, including labour, prison sentences and harsh treatment detention; welcomes the raising of these concerns with the Chinese authorities by Her Majesty's Government and our European partners; and urges the Government to consider further initiatives, to underline the commitment of Britain to freedom of religion or belief in China, and to work cooperatively and considerately with the Chinese authorities to understand the rationale for their current position and seek ways to achieve progress regarding policy towards Falun Gong practitioners in China.
Secondary information
- Type
- Early day motion
- Reference
- 1151
- Session
- 1999-00
- Subjects
- China Religious freedom Oppression Falun Gong Religious sects
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