Written question asked by Marquess of Lothian (Conservative) on Monday, 24 July 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 7 August 2023. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Monday, 7 August 2023 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Peru: Politics and Government

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the human rights implications of the current political and security situation in Peru, following the mass demonstrations against the government of President Dina Boluarte on Wednesday 19 July.

Answer: We continue to monitor the political and security situation in Peru, including any implications arising from the public demonstrations that took place across Peru on 19 July. The UK welcomes President Boluarte's calls for peace and dialogue in the context of the recent protests. Our Embassy in Lima regularly discusses human rights and values issues with the Peruvian Government. We will continue to work with the Peruvian Government and the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Peru to help Peru make progress towards sustainable and inclusive development with respect for human rights.

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