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<p>We are aware of allegations that Colombian state actors have been illegally gathering
surveillance on civil society organisations. We expect state authorities to comply
fully with their human rights obligations, and our Embassy in Bogotá regularly raises
human rights issues. The United Kingdom is committed to protecting and promoting human
rights in Colombia, which is a Human Rights Priority Country.</p><p>We work with the
Colombian Government, civil society and multilateral partners to support full compliance
with human rights obligations in Colombia. Neither the UN nor the IACHR has invited
us to support the creation of a commission.</p><p>The British Government undertakes
extensive risk assessments when designing projects in Colombia and deciding which
to fund, including any potential negative impact on human rights. This includes the
overseas security and justice assistance (OSJA) process, which is intended to ensure
any United Kingdom projects meet our human rights obligations and our values. We continually
monitor the effects of our programme work in consultation with colleagues working
in Colombia, and make thorough assessments of the impact of our projects.</p>
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