VP/HR — Gao Zhisheng and human rights in China

26.3.2012

Question for written answer E-003230/2012
to the Commission (Vice-President/High Representative)
Rule 117
Linda McAvan (S&D)

Many of my constituents have raised their concern about the safety and whereabouts of human rights lawyer Gao Zhisheng, who has reportedly been imprisoned in China after having been missing for two years.

Is the High Representative aware of the case, and will she ensure that it is raised in discussions with the Chinese authorities?

Also, could the High Representative confirm whether a future round of the EU-China human rights dialogue has been organised?

OJ C 124 E, 30/04/2013