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Written question asked by Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party) on Friday, 25 January 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 29 January 2019. It was answered by Stuart Andrew (Conservative) on Thursday, 31 January 2019 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


European Defence Agency

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what the Government’s policy is on pursuing an Administrative Arrangement with the European Defence Agency.

Answer

It is important that UK and European industry can continue to work together to deliver the capabilities we need to keep us safe. The European Defence Agency (EDA) has a central coordinating role in the development of the EU's defence capabilities. As outlined in the Political Declaration, the UK will seek an Administrative Arrangement with the EDA that would enable us to participate in EDA projects and programmes where it is of mutual benefit, to further our defence cooperation opportunities.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
212639
Session
2017-19
Subjects
European Defence Agency Brexit
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk