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Written question asked by Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative) on Tuesday, 30 April 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 7 May 2024 (named day). It was answered by Greg Hands (Conservative) on Tuesday, 7 May 2024 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.


Export Credit Guarantees: Western Sahara

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, with reference to Western Sahara Campaign UK v Secretary of State for International Trade & Anor. [2022] EWHC 3108 (Admin), when UK Export Finance will provide credit for British businesses operating in Western Sahara.

Answer

The UK government regards the status of Western Sahara as undetermined and supports United Nations-led efforts to achieve a lasting and mutually acceptable political solution that provides for the self-determination of the people of Western Sahara. UK Export Finance does not currently provide support for exports to, or investment in, Western Sahara.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
24212
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Export credit guarantees UK Export Finance Western Sahara
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk