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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Thursday, 26 June 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 30 June 2025. It was answered by Maria Eagle (Labour) on Thursday, 3 July 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Indo-Pacific Region: Aircraft Carriers

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the policy paper entitled UK-France Joint Leaders' Declaration, published on 23 March 2023, what steps he has taken to demonstrate the sequencing of a more persistent European carrier strike group presence in the Indo-Pacific.

Answer

The UK and France, along with Italy, have jointly sequenced aircraft carrier deployments, including coordinating the deployment of HMS Prince of Wales with France's Charles de Gaulle and Italy's Cavour, to strengthen European naval presence in the Indo-Pacific. This cooperation, part of broader initiatives like the European Carrier Group Interoperability Initiative, enhances regional security and strategic alignment.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
63168
Session
2024-26
Subjects
EU countries Aircraft carriers Military alliances Indo-Pacific region
Link
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