Research Briefing
On 30 June 2020, the People’s Republic of China’s parliament passed a new National Security Law for Hong Kong, bypassing the territory’s own Legislative Council. This paper looks at the law and events in Hong Kong since it passed.
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate on LGBTQ+ Afghan refugees has been scheduled for Tuesday 21 September 2021 at 4.30pm. The debate will be opened by Kate Osborne MP.
Research Briefing
Coalition forces are withdrawing from Afghanistan. The paper describes how aid has been used since 2001, progress made, and future challenges and commitments.
Research Briefing
This page was last updated on 1 September 2021- the Commons Library Briefing UK immigration routes for Afghan nationals provides more recent updates.
Research Briefing
On 15 August 2021 the Taliban took control of the Afghan capital, Kabul. Afghanistan's President, Ashraf Ghani, left the country and his Government collapsed. What are the implications, and will a Taliban government be recognised by the international community?
Research Briefing
11 September 2021 will mark the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States and the end of a military presence in Afghanistan that has spanned two decades.
Research Briefing
The UK has used aid and diplomacy to help control the Covid-19 pandemic and limit its impact. This paper describes its response and effectiveness.
Debate Pack
A debate on a Motion relating to the Beijing Winter Olympics and Chinese Government Sanctions is scheduled to take place on Thursday 15 July 2021 in the House of Commons Chamber.
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate on 'Human rights in Hong Kong' has been scheduled for Wednesday 9 June 2021 from 2.30-4:00pm. The debate has been initiated by Tom Randall MP.
Research Briefing
The Library has published a series of briefings on international dimensions of the coronavirus pandemic since March 2020, ranging from general surveys of its impact on developing countries to assessments of its effects in specific situations. Links to these briefings can be found here.
Insight
What are the current pressures on health systems in South Asia and how is the UK Government supporting the region?
Research Briefing
This paper provides details and links for ministerial statements and parliamentary debates (from both Houses of Parliament) that cover international affairs and defence.
Research Briefing
The Government has created a new visa for people from Hong Kong with British National (Overseas) status. The five year visa will enable BN(O)s and their dependent family members to live, work and study in the UK, and give them a route to permanent settlement and British citizenship. It launches on 31 January.
Research Briefing
In March 2021, the UK Government published its Global Britain in a competitive age: Integrated review of security, development and foreign policy (hereafter “review”).
Debate Pack
A "Debate on a Motion on Mass Human Rights Abuses and Crimes Against Humanity in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region" has been scheduled for Thursday 22 April 2021 in the main House of Commons Chamber. The debate was selected by the Backbench Business Committee.
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