Question
To ask His Majesty's Government what is their estimate of the number of internally displaced people in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, and what steps they have taken to support the provision of urgent humanitarian relief in that region.
Answered on
12 February 2025
An estimated 2.7 million people were considered displaced in North Kivu in December 2024, though since then over 700,000 people have been re-displaced throughout M23 advances. The UK is deeply concerned by this critical humanitarian situation. At the UN Security Council, the UK called on all parties not to obstruct the vital services that humanitarians are providing, and to cease hostilities and uphold the protection of humanitarian workers, as outlined in international humanitarian law. We've urged all parties to ensure humanitarian corridors to restore essential services and enable the safe passage of civilians and aid. The UK remains committed to supporting those most in need, providing over £62 million this year in lifesaving humanitarian assistance.