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<p>The UK is deeply worried about the state of the Zimbabwean economy, which continues
to face unprecedented challenges largely due to poor fiscal policies and mismanagement
by the Government. Corruption continues to hamper Zimbabwe's development by capturing
public and private resources, distorting economic-decision making and undermining
governance and accountability. We continue to urge the Government of Zimbabwe to make
the comprehensive and difficult reforms needed to address Zimbabwe's economic challenges.</p><p>We
are equally concerned by the political and human rights situation. Zimbabwe remains
one of the UK's 30 human rights priority countries globally. We have been clear that
the Government of Zimbabwe must meet its international and domestic obligations by
respecting the rule of law, safeguarding human rights, and committing to genuine political
and economic reform for the benefit of all Zimbabweans. The Minister for Africa delivered
these messages when he spoke to Foreign Minister Moyo on 8 June, and in a letter he
wrote to the Foreign Minister on 12 August. Our Ambassador in Harare reinforced these
messages when she met Foreign Minister Moyo on 3 December.</p><p> </p>
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