Indo-Pacific Region: Armed Forces
2026-07-12 · Ministry of Defence · 18172 · Official question
Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking with the Government of New Zealand to ensure the UK Armed Forces play a present and active role in the Indo-Pacific region over the next 20 years.
Answer
The UK and New Zealand maintain a strong defence partnership and are committed to working together to enhance security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Through the Joint Statement on Enhanced Defence Cooperation, signed in September 2025 between ...