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<p>We regularly raise with the Egyptian authorities the human rights of religious
minorities, and make the case for them to be accorded the necessary protections under
Egyptian law. President Sisi has called for peaceful co-existence between religious
communities in Egypt, has licensed over one thousand churches under the Church Building
Law, and has opened the largest cathedral in the Middle East and North Africa. During
my visit to Cairo on 15 September, I met Pope Tawadros II, whose Coptic Orthodox Church
plays such an important part in Egyptian society. The UK has always been clear that
the rights of minorities, wherever they exist, should be protected in line with international
standards. I look forward to discussing these issues with the Hon. Member for Gillingham
and Rainham, whom the Prime Minister has appointed as his new Envoy for Freedom of
Religion and Belief.</p>
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