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Written question asked by Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 December 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 5 January 2026 (named day). It was answered by Chris Elmore (Labour) on Monday, 5 January 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Africa: Trade Agreements

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, with reference to the UK's Africa Approach launch on 15 December 2025, which a) nations and b) sectors the British International Investment and UK Export Finance will prioritise under the new approach.

Answer

I refer the Hon Member to the statement published on 15 December (UIN HCWS1168) setting out our commitment to unlock investment and trade with our African partners. We will provide further updates in due course on specific priorities and initiatives arising from that commitment.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
100448
Session
2024-26
Related items
The UK’s new approach to Africa
Monday, 15 December 2025
Written statements
House of Commons
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Africa UK Export Finance Trade agreements British International Investment
Link
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