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That the Parliament recognises the 10th anniversary of Aid to the Church in Need’s (ACN) Red Wednesday campaign, which raises awareness of the challenges faced by Christians experiencing persecution around the world; notes with concern reports that 413 million Christians live in countries where religious freedom is severely restricted, including approximately 220 million who are at risk of persecution; acknowledges the importance of protecting freedom of religion or belief for people of all faiths and none, and encourages the UK Government and the UN to continue working with international partners to promote and uphold Article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which protects the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion, through diplomatic engagement and efforts to ensure that human rights are respected and protected.