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<p>We are concerned about reports of the destruction or closure of Coptic places
of worship in Egypt at a local level. We condemn all discrimination against religious
minorities and constraints on their freedom to practise their faith. Positive steps
forward on this agenda are to be welcomed, including President Sisi's calls for peaceful
coexistence and the Government of Egypt's expression of support for the rights of
Christians and for religious tolerance.</p><p>The 2016 Church Building Law represents
another step forward in this area, increasing the number of registered churches in
Egypt.</p>
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