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<p>The reforms to Nepal's 2017 National Penal Code require most religious groups to
register as non-governmental organisations. However, non-governmental organisations
in Nepal are not permitted to promote or preach religion. This risks threatening freedom
of religious expression.</p><p><br>I raised my concerns about freedom of religious
expression with the Ambassador of Nepal on 9 October with particular reference to
Christian minorities. The British Embassy in Kathmandu has also raised this matter
with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We will continue to press the Government of
Nepal to ensure the legal framework governing this freedom fully complies with international
standards.</p>
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