UK Hosts Freedom of Religion or Belief Event

The Foreign Secretary condemned the persecution of religious minorities, as she addressed the International Ministerial Conference on Freedom of Religion or Belief. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said in a video message sent to the conference, that the voices of those persecuted on the basis of their religion are ignored “at our peril.” The two-day conference held in London brings together governments, politicians, faith leaders, and civil society, with themes including protecting freedom of religion and belief and preventing violations and abuses.