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Malaysia

Volume 716: debated on Thursday 28 January 2010

Question

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To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether they have made or intend to make representations to the Government of Malaysia about the attacks on nine Christian churches and one convent between 8 January and 14 January. [HL1381]

On 14 January 2010 our High Commissioner in Kuala Lumpur expressed concern about the attacks to the Malaysian Minister of National Unity and Integration. He has also raised the matter with senior officials. Our High Commission will continue to follow developments closely and encourage the Malaysian Government to pursue laws and practices which foster tolerance and mutual respect.