Saudi Arabia’s Execution of Hussein Abo al-Kheir Debate
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Ian Paisley
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Saudi Arabia’s Execution of Hussein Abo al-Kheir
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Leo Docherty
I have described the fact that energetic ministerial attention was given to this. I cannot speculate on whether or not the Foreign Secretary was made aware of the particular calls that were being made and the particular level of engagement, but his concern and interest in this is surely undoubted.
Ian Paisley (North Antrim) (DUP)
Has the Minister considered any human rights or wider implications for diplomacy following the Saudi-Iran deal brokered by China in the past few days?
Leo Docherty
We watch this with interest and we applaud diplomatic progress in all its forms. I think this points to the crucial role that Saudi Arabia has as a responsible actor and as a nation that wants to maintain peace and stability in the Gulf region. That is why it is a particularly valued partner.