China

House of Lords written question – answered at on 15 March 2011.

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Photo of Lord Kennedy of Southwark Lord Kennedy of Southwark Labour

To ask Her Majesty's Government what representations they have made to the Government of China concerning the detention of Mao Hengfeng.

Photo of Lord Howell of Guildford Lord Howell of Guildford Minister of State (Foreign and Commonwealth Office) (International Energy Policy)

Mao Hengfeng's case was included on a list of individual cases of concern that was handed to the head of the Chinese delegation at the UK/China Human Rights dialogue in January 2011. We urged the authorities to ensure that she receives all necessary medical care while in detention. In light of her age we asked that the authorities consider releasing Mao. To date we have not had a response.

We continue to press for Mao Hengfeng's release and will monitor her case closely.

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