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Written question asked by Fabian Hamilton (Labour) on Thursday, 9 May 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 May 2024. It was answered by David Rutley (Conservative) on Thursday, 23 May 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Piracy: Indian Ocean

Question

To ask the Deputy Foreign Secretary, what assessment he has made of the potential implications for his policies of the Houthis extending attacks on shipping to the wider Indian Ocean.

Answer

The UK is using the full range of diplomatic, economic and military tools at our disposal to pressure the Houthis to stop their reckless and indiscriminate attacks on international shipping and degrade their capabilities. We urge them and those who enable them to cease their attacks and avoid any further escalations, including in the Indian Ocean.

We and our allies continue to condemn the Houthi's attacks. We will continue to stand up for freedom of navigation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
25439
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Piracy Indian Ocean Houthis
Link
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