Written question asked by Mark Simmonds (Conservative) on Thursday, 27 January 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 February 2005. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Wednesday, 2 February 2005 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what bilateral relations exist between his Department and its Ukranian counterpart; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Simmonds: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what bilateral relations exist between his Department and its Ukranian counterpart; and if he will make a statement. [213277] Mr. Ingram: The Ministry of Defence has good bilateral relations with the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence which are promoted through a direct programme of bilateral contacts and activities under the auspices of Partnership for Peace. These include the provision of a civilian defence adviser to the Ukrainian MOD and other assistance with defence reform. We also provide officer and non-commissioned officer, English language and peace support operations training.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 213277; 430 c901W
Session: 2004-05
Subjects: Defence Military alliances Ministry of Defence Ukraine Partnership for Peace
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk