Written question asked by Alison Taylor (Labour) on Friday, 24 January 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 28 January 2025. It was answered by Catherine West (Labour) on Wednesday, 5 February 2025 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Peru: Women's Rights

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether he has had recent discussions with his Peruvian counterpart on (a) restrictions on women’s rights in Peru and (b) the potential implications for those policies on (i) gender equality and (ii) human rights.

Answer: The UK Government closely monitors human rights in Peru, including assessing policies that impact women's rights and gender equality. UK Officials and Ministers also regularly discuss human rights with the Peruvian government, including the Foreign Minister, the Minister for Women and Vulnerable Populations, and wider stakeholders. We will continue to work with the government and wider civil society groups to support the protection of human and women's rights.

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