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<p>The UK supports Bangladesh’s efforts to bring to justice those accused of atrocities
committed during the 1971 War of Independence. However we have also made clear that
it is essential that the International Crimes Tribunal meet international fair trials
standards, including during Bangladesh’s 2nd Universal Periodic Review at the UN Human
Rights Council on 29 April 2013. We have also made clear to the Government of Bangladesh
our strong opposition to the use of the death penalty in all circumstances.</p><p>
</p><p>Our High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Robert Gibson, along with other EU Heads
of Mission resident in Bangladesh, signed a joint public letter on 9 October reiterating
our position on the death penalty, and calling on Bangladesh to abolish the practice.
Our High Commissioner has also raised the most recent judgements with senior members
of the Government of Bangladesh and the Awami League. We will continue to remind the
Government of Bangladesh of our opposition to the use of the death penalty in any
circumstances, at every suitable opportunity.</p><p> </p><p>We will continue to monitor
political stability in Bangladesh.</p><p> </p>
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