Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions he has had with the Bangladeshi community in the United Kingdom on the situation in Bangladesh.

The UK supports the Bangladesh Interim Government's work to build a more prosperous and democratic future, following student-led protests in July and August 2024. With more than 650,000 people of Bangladeshi heritage across the UK, the situation in Bangladesh impacts communities in the UK. In my responses to letters from the Bangladeshi community in the UK, I have been clear that the UK is supporting the Interim Government's agenda to restore law and order, ensure accountability and promote national reconciliation. The UK remains a steadfast friend of Bangladesh, with a strong focus on building economic, development, trade and climate partnerships.