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<p>Indonesia has a strong tradition of religious diversity and tolerance and in general
those of minority faiths in Indonesia, including any British visitors, are able to
practice their religion. Various denominations of Christian churches are well represented
across Indonesia. The Jewish community in Indonesia is very small, although there
is at least one working synagogue. However, we are concerned that there has been a
rise of localised instances of inter-and intra-religious conflict, and examples where
the rights of religious minority groups have not been protected.</p><p>The former
Senior Minister of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, the Rt Hon Baroness
Warsi, convened meetings of international leaders, including with the Foreign Minister
of Indonesia, to generate practical steps to promote freedom of religion or belief,
and to fight religious intolerance within our societies. Our Ambassador in Jakarta
has discussed these issues with Indonesian Ministers, civil society, and religious
leaders. We have supported projects to improve respect for freedom of religion or
belief. We also raise freedom of religion and belief concerns at the annual EU-Indonesia
Human Rights Dialogue. We continue to monitor the situation and raise any concerns
with the Government of Indonesia.</p>
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