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Written question asked by Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party) on Wednesday, 16 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 21 July 2025 (named day). It was answered by Emma Reynolds (Labour) on Monday, 21 July 2025 on behalf of the Treasury.


Freezing of Assets: Russia

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what discussions she has had with her Belgian counterpart on releasing frozen Russian assets for use by Ukraine.

Answer

The Chancellor regularly speaks to her G7 and European counterparts to progress matters in the UK national interest.

Supporting Ukraine and increasing economic pressure on Russia remains a priority.

The Government is firmly committed to ensuring Russia pays for the damage it has caused, and is causing, in Ukraine. The UK, together with our G7 allies, has committed to keeping Russia’s sovereign assets immobilised in our respective jurisdictions until Russia pays for this damage.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
68439
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
International cooperation Belgium Ukraine Russia Freezing of assets
Link
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