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1022898

registered interest
date	10/12/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	North Korea: Nuclear Weapons
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what is their assessment of (1) the strategic objectives regarding, and (2) long-term threats posed by, North Korea’s nuclear programme.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL12157
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/12/2018 answer text <p>North Korea has developed a nuclear programme in breach of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and ten unanimously agreed UN Security Council Resolutions. North Korea has long claimed that risk of attack from the US has justified the development of its nuclear programme. However, it is North Korea’s own provocative actions towards the US and other countries in the region and its flagrant disregard for international norms that pose a serious threat to international peace and security. We strongly urge North Korea to take decisive steps to fulfil the commitments it has made to denuclearise and open the way to a more stable and prosperous future.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 21/12/2018 13:55:01 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1022899

registered interest
date	10/12/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	USA: INF Treaty
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government, following US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s announcement on 4 December that the United States will in 60 days suspend its obligations with the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty unless Russia returns to full and verifiable compliance with that Treaty, what action they are taking within NATO to persuade the government of Russia to reverse its violation of the Treaty and to ensure a unified approach within NATO on arms control.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL12158
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/12/2018 answer text <p>As NATO Foreign Ministers said in a statement on 4 December, Russia has developed and fielded a missile system that violates the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty and poses significant risks to Euro-Atlantic security. The US and other Allies have repeatedly raised their concerns with Russia, both bilaterally and multilaterally.</p><p>Russia's actions are eroding the foundations of effective arms control. Allies have called on Russia to return to full and verifiable compliance with the Treaty. We will continue to consult each other regularly, with a view to ensuring our collective security. We have also agreed to uphold, support and further strengthen arms control, taking into account the prevailing security environment.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 21/12/2018 13:51:15 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1022902

registered interest
date	10/12/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Tunisia: Politics and Government
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what current assistance they are providing to Tunisia to assist the transition to democracy and to promote stability, particularly in view of the number of highly educated and skilled workers who have left the country since 2011 and the fact that Tunisia remains a contributor of foreign fighters to IS.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL12160
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 20/12/2018 answer text <p>​We are supporting Tunisia with more than £10 million of programme funding this year, including support on the rule of law, access to justice and strengthening democratic and judicial institutions. Successful municipal elections in May were an important milestone in Tunisia's transition, but it is vital that the Tunisian Government continues to prioritise the development of independent democratic institutions, particularly the establishment of a Constitutional Court. The International Development Secretary, Penny Mordaunt, the Minister for the Middle East and North Africa, Alistair Burt, and I have visited Tunisia this year to reinforce this message and to underline the UK's continued support.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 20/12/2018 14:33:17 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1020288

registered interest
date	05/12/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Afghanistan: Terrorism
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the security situation in Afghanistan following the car bombing at the G4S compound in Kabul last month; and what implications this incident has for the security of the British embassy in Kabul.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL12076
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 19/12/2018 answer text <p>​We condemn the attack on the G4S compound on 28 November. Our sincere condolences go to the families, friends and colleagues of all those affected. Afghanistan continues to face significant security challenges and the Government of Afghanistan remains determined to build a better future for its people. The Afghan National Defence and Security Forces (ANDSF) have had some notable successes against Taliban forces over the last year. The uplift in advisory support by the UK and NATO demonstrates our continued commitment to support the development of the ANDSF, and to support NATO objectives.</p><p>We do not discuss the security arrangements of our overseas network. Nevertheless, we keep security under constant review and respond to any developments as appropriate. The safety of our staff is paramount.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 19/12/2018 16:24:25 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1020289

registered interest
date	05/12/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Burma: Rohingya
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what representations they are making to persuade the Bangladeshi authorities not to proceed with the proposed involuntary repatriations of Rohingya refugees to Myanmar after the general election on 30 December.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL12077
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 19/12/2018 answer text <p>The Minister for Asia and the Pacific, Mr Field, raised our concerns about this issue with Bangladesh State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shahriar Alam, and Burmese Minister for International Cooperation Kyaw Tin on 1 November, and with Bangladesh Foreign Minister Ali on 15 November. We will continue to make representations to the governments of both Bangladesh and Burma not to commence returns while conditions in northern Rakhine remain as they are.</p><p>The British Government has been consistently clear that the repatriation of Rohingya refugees to Burma should only take place in conditions that are voluntary, safe and dignified. We welcome that the Government of Bangladesh has publicly confirmed its continued commitment to the principle of voluntary refugee return. We have stated publicly that we agree with the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) that the conditions for safe and dignified returns do not yet exist. The access required for necessary independent monitoring by UN agencies is also not in place.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 19/12/2018 16:26:02 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1020291

registered interest
date	05/12/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Nigeria: Elections
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what action they are taking ahead of presidential elections in Nigeria in February 2019 to help to strengthen the commitment to democratic values within the Nigerian political process.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL12078
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 12/12/2018 answer text <p>The UK is committed to supporting democracy in Nigeria. We are monitoring the situation closely and continue to stress publicly and privately at the highest levels the importance of elections being free, fair, peaceful and credible in order to deliver national stability, peace and prosperity for all Nigerians. The UK will also deploy an election observation mission.</p><p>The Department for International Development has allocated £47.4 million to its Deepening Democracy in Nigeria Programme between 2014 and 2020. UK support includes technical assistance to the Independent National Electoral Commission to improve management of the electoral process, voter participation and participatory governance, including by marginalised groups such as women, the disabled and young people. The UK is also supporting the National Assembly to pass legislation that promotes and protects democratic rights and to do so in a way that involves the participation of citizens generally, and in particular under-represented groups.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 12/12/2018 14:54:36 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1020292

registered interest
date	05/12/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Russia: Ukraine
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what long-term strategy they have formulated to deal with the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL12079
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 19/12/2018 answer text <p>​Russia's pattern of aggression undermines the international rules-based system. The Prime Minister has been clear that the UK is open to a different relationship, if Russia changes its behaviour. Ukraine is on the front line of Russia's aggressive actions. Russia has illegally annexed the Crimean peninsula, continues a conventional conflict in eastern Ukraine, and, most recently, has fired on Ukrainian ships. The UK is fully committed to upholding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine within its internationally-recognised borders. The UK is working with international partners to resolve the conflict peacefully and helping Ukraine to strengthen its democracy and institutions. It is imperative that Russia abides by its commitments under the Minsk Agreements and withdraws its forces from all of Ukraine, including Crimea. We fully support EU sanctions which will remain in place until there is progress on the Minsk process, and the Crimean peninsula is returned to Ukraine. To deal with the conflict, Her Majesty's Government provides substantial technical, development and political support to Ukraine in areas which include good governance, anti-corruption and defence reform and capability.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 19/12/2018 16:45:31 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1020295

registered interest
date	05/12/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Syria: Conflict Resolution
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government whether the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Syria, Staffan de Mistura, reported any progress having been made during the 11th round of Astana talks on Syria held on 28–29 November.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL12081
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 19/12/2018 answer text <p>In his public statement of 29 November on the 11<sup>th</sup> round of Astana talks, UN Special Envoy for Syria, Staffan de Mistura, reported some &quot;initial, although still very limited, movement&quot; on the issue of detainees in Syria but expressed &quot;deep regret&quot; that the talks had made &quot;no tangible progress in overcoming the ten-month stalemate on the composition of the constitutional committee&quot;.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 19/12/2018 16:48:03 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1014659

registered interest
date	26/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Yemen: Conflict Resolution
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what progress is being made towards encouraging peace talks to end the conflict in Yemen; and when they anticipate such talks to begin.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL11794
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 06/12/2018 answer text <p>The UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Martin Griffiths, has announced that he is bringing the Yemeni parties together for consultations in Stockholm. These talks are expected to take place in early December. Supporting peace talks is a top priority for Her Majesty's Government. There can be no military solution to the conflict. The UK is playing a leading role in diplomatic efforts aimed at reaching an inclusive political settlement to end the conflict, and is in close touch with the Special Envoy and his team on how to best support his work. We have made clear that all sides must engage constructively in the Stockholm talks.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 06/12/2018 14:06:04 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1014660

registered interest
date	26/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Cameroon: Politics and Government
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the political situation in Cameroon and the violence following the re-election of President Paul Biya.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL11795
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 06/12/2018 answer text <p>The UK is deeply concerned about the situation in Cameroon and the deteriorating security situation in the Anglophone regions of the country. In her statement following elections in Cameroon, the Minister for Africa called for all parties to engage in a peaceful and structured process leading to constitutional reforms, as previously set out by the President, and to bring an end to the violence. The UK will continue to work alongside the international community to encourage and support efforts to resolve the Anglophone crisis.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 06/12/2018 14:07:46 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian