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Written question asked by Anneliese Dodds (Labour) on Friday, 29 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 2 June 2026. It was answered by Al Carns (Labour) on Monday, 8 June 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Papua: Human Rights

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of UK training of Indonesian military on the human rights situation in West Papua.

Answer

In January, the Prime Minister and Indonesian President Prabowo launched the UK-Indonesia Strategic Partnership, founded on our shared democratic values and respect for human rights.

The Ministry of Defence assesses all training and assistance to foreign armed forces on a case-by-case basis to ensure it is in accordance with the UK's domestic and international legal obligations and HMG's policy objectives.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
4499
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Armed forces Human rights Indonesia Training Papua
Link
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