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<p>The UK regularly raises human rights concerns with the Sri Lankan Government, including
the importance of religious tolerance and protecting the rights of all citizens to
practice their faith. Our High Commission regularly meets with representatives of
religious minorities, including Muslims and Christians, to hear their concerns, and
maintains a regular dialogue with the Government of Sri Lanka across a range of human
rights issues. This includes the implementation of human rights and reconciliation
commitments under UNHRC resolution 30/1.</p><p>In addition, the UK is providing £8.3
million from the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (2016 to 2019) for projects
in Sri Lanka, including inter-faith dialogue and mediation. On 23 April the Minister
for Asia and the Pacific met members of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Sri
Lankan Muslims to hear their concerns.</p>
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