Afghanistan: Women and Girls Debate
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Lord Flight
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(2 years, 7 months ago)
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Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Con)
If we were to identify such individuals, with all sensitivities considered, we would see what support could be offered. The noble Baroness points to a very vulnerable category; I agree with her, and we continue to work with all channels, including international partners, to reach that particular group.
Lord Flight (Con)
To what extent are the Government potentially willing to use the provision of overseas aid to Afghanistan as a lever to put pressure on the Afghan Government to grant the freedoms and rights of women?
Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Con)
My Lords, overseas aid is an important part of our package, but the Taliban must live up to their promises, and no aid will be directed through those channels. We need to work with agencies on the ground to ensure that those who most need the aid receive it.