Slavery: Africa
2026-07-12 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · HL1986 · Official question
Question
To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had, if any, with (1) the African Union, and (2) the Arab League, about contemporary chattel slavery.
Answer
The UK is committed to playing its part in eradicating all forms of modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking. We continue to work with partners through a range of multilateral bodies including the United Nations and Alliance 8.7 to grow the int...