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Written question asked by Lord Forsyth of Drumlean (Conservative) on Monday, 1 July 2019, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 July 2019. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Monday, 15 July 2019 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Pakistan: Royal Visits

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they intend to seek assurances from the government of Pakistan about measures being taken to protect Christian minorities before confirming any visit by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to that country.

Answer

Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will be visiting Pakistan at the request of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO). The FCO will be working with the Royal Household to ensure that the visit is aligned with Her Majesty's Government objectives.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL16796
Session
2017-19
Related items
Pakistan: Christianity
Tuesday, 6 August 2019
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Minority groups Pakistan Religious freedom Christianity Royal visits Catherine, Princess of Wales William, Prince of Wales
Link
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