Written questions

USA: Pacific

Commons · Question 117514 · Tabled 3 Mar 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 11 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Luke Akehurst

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential implications for UK maritime security of the United States Navy placing increased strategic emphasis on the Pacific region.

Answer

Answered by Al Carns, 11 Mar 2026

The Strategic Defence Review 25 clearly sets out how the UK will maintain its Defence and Security, including maritime security. This includes the Defence Secretary’s foreword to the review highlighting investment in the hybrid navy as a priority, and in ...