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<p>During the meeting between the Prime Minister, my right hon. Friend the Member
for Witney (Mr Cameron), and the Bangladesh Prime Minister in July, both agreed on
the importance of an open society and political system in which democratic political
participation and media freedoms are respected.</p><p><br>Where we have concerns over
restrictions on freedom of religion and speech, we will continue to raise these with
the government of Bangladesh.</p><p><br>Freedom of expression, including on the internet
as well as more traditional media, is fundamental to building democracy. We believe
that people must be allowed to freely discuss and debate issues, challenge their governments
and make informed decisions in accordance with domestic and international human rights
law. Encouraging free press helps to improve long-term social, political and economic
stability.</p>
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