Written Question·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·UIN 8362

Gubad Ibadoghlu

Tabled: 9 October 2024
Answered: 18 October 2024

Question

Lloyd Hatton

LabourSouth Dorset

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if the Government will raise the case of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu with Azerbaijani officials during pre-COP 29 discussions to help secure his release from detention.

Answer

Stephen Doughty
Since Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu's arrest in July 2023, the UK has consistently advocated for appropriate medical access and the right to a fair legal process, including ahead of COP29. The UK has also called on the Azerbaijani Government to protect the human rig...

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