(Minghui.org) The Falun Dafa Information Center (faluninfo.net) published a new article, exposing the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) use of spies overseas to discredit Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong) and Shen Yun. British Members of Parliament (MPs) have called on the government to investigate.
British MP: The CCP’s Transnational Repression Threatens British Values
Jim Shannon, MP, Co-Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for International Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB)
When Parliament met on February 6, 2025, Jim Shannon MP, said that the CCP’s transnational repression not only violates religious freedom, but also blatantly challenges British values, democracy and the rule of law. He suggested that the UK government launch an urgent investigation to protect Falun Dafa practitioners and Shen Yun from further interference.
At a regular session of Parliament on February 6, Shannon MP told Lucy Powell, Lord President of the Council and Leader of the House of Commons, “For the last 25 years, Falun Gong practitioners in China have suffered relentless persecution at the hands of the Chinese Communist Party. Reports from human rights organisations highlight that millions have been subjected to imprisonment, forced labour and torture simply for practising their faith.
“The expansion of this campaign beyond China’s borders is deeply troubling. Leaked reports from China’s Ministry of Public Security indicate that the regime is now escalating efforts to eliminate Falun Gong worldwide using a network of spies, social media, disinformation and harassment of practitioners—even here in this great United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. This is not just an attack on religious freedom; it is an affront to British values, democracy and the rule of law.
“Will the Government urgently investigate and counter the influence of the Chinese Communist party’s transnational repression within our borders, including its attacks on Falun Gong and its attempts to censor Shen Yun performances?” he asked.
Lucy Powell, Lord President of the Council and Leader of the House of Commons
Lucy Powell responded, “As ever, the hon. Gentleman raises an important issue of freedom of religion or belief. I reassure him that the Chancellor and the Foreign Secretary raised human rights and matters of freedom of religion or belief on their recent visits to China, and that these issues are taken very seriously by this Government.”
Secretary of State for Scotland: Smearing Falun Gong and Shen Yun Is Shocking
Ian Murray MP, Secretary of State for Scotland of the United Kingdom
In his reply to a Falun Dafa practitioner, Ian Murray MP stated that the information about the CCP agents impersonating others and smearing Falun Gong and Shen Yun is indeed shocking. Public figures and organizations must remain vigilant and guard against false information propaganda aimed at weakening individuals or groups.
He said that in the UK human rights are firmly defended, including freedom of religious belief guaranteed by the Human Rights Act 1998 and The Equality Act 2010. These values are at the core of society and [the UK’s] legal system.
MP Murray also wrote that he took the threat of false information very seriously because it not only affects the relevant communities, but may also undermine the democratic system. He indicated that he would submit this issue to his parliamentary colleagues to explore appropriate responses and ensure that such activities are thoroughly investigated, especially whether there are similar behaviors in the UK.
Minister for the Indo-Pacific: Intimidation Abroad Unacceptable
Catherine West MP, Minister for the Indo-Pacific
Letter from Minister for the Indo-Pacific
Catherine West MP stated in her letter, “The environment for Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) across China is restrictive and includes the persecution of Falun Gong practitioners. Let me reassure you that this Government stands firm on human rights, including the right to FoRB.”
“You raise reports of intimidation abroad, including in the UK. Attempts by foreign governments to coerce, intimidate or harm their critics overseas, are unacceptable. The freedom of speech and other fundamental rights of all people in the UK are protected under UK law, regardless of their nationality.”
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