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Written question asked by Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party) on Monday, 13 November 2017, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 15 November 2017. It was answered by Rory Stewart (Conservative) on Tuesday, 21 November 2017 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


South Sudan: Peace Negotiations

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what steps he is taking to support Church-led reconciliation efforts in South Sudan.

Answer

The work of the churches is vital for addressing the causes of conflict in South Sudan. The British Government recently agreed a package of funding that will help the South Sudan Council of Churches to implement their Action Plan for Peace. The Action Plan, which promotes the development of neutral fora where an inclusive dialogue can take place, will play an important role in the pursuit of peace and reconciliation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
112678
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Churches Peace negotiations South Sudan
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk