Asim Omer

(asked on 23rd January 2018) - View Source

Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:

To ask Her Majesty's Government when their last meeting with representatives of the government of Sudan to discuss the case of Asim Omer was held.


Answered by
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Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
Minister of State (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office)
This question was answered on 6th February 2018

We most recently raised our concerns about Mr Omer's case in a meeting with the Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 5 December, when we reiterated our strong opposition to the use of the death penalty in all circumstances. Recent focus has been on discussions between the victim's family, and Mr Omer and his supporters. We understand that Mr Omer has had regular access to legal advice as he prepares his appeal. We are aware of reports that Mr Omer began a hunger strike on 22 January, but have not received an assessment of his recent condition.

We will continue to monitor Mr Omer's case closely, and are encouraging all sides to reach a resolution.

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