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<p>I am concerned by reports of threats against the LGBT community in Tanzania. The
British High Commission, alongside international partners, carried out a demarche
on the Tanzanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 2 November, urging the authorities
to respect human rights and protect all citizens from discrimination. I welcome the
Government of Tanzania's statement on 4 November making clear that such threats do
not represent government policy, and that it will protect human rights as enshrined
in the country's constitution. We must all reject language that invites violence against
any group in society. The UK will also continue to raise the importance of wider political
freedoms with the Government of Tanzania.</p>
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