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Written question asked by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 July 2019, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 30 July 2019. It was answered by Earl Howe (Conservative) on Thursday, 25 July 2019 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Turkey: Joint Strike Fighter Aircraft

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the United States authorities about the re-allocation of F35 aircraft work should that work currently planned for Turkey be done elsewhere.

Answer

Ministry of Defence officials are in regular and ongoing discussions with their US counterparts on the impact of Turkey's unwinding from the F-35 programme. We are disappointed that Turkey has chosen to acquire the Russian S-400 air defence system but they are still a valued NATO Ally and we remain committed to our strategic partnership.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL17236
Session
2017-19
Subjects
USA Turkey F-35 aircraft
Link
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