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Written question asked by Marquess of Lothian (Conservative) on Friday, 21 April 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 9 May 2023. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Tuesday, 9 May 2023 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Middle East: Geopolitics

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of the joint trilateral statement issued by the governments of China, Saudi Arabia and Iran, issued on 10 March, on geopolitics in the Middle East region.

Answer

The FCDO welcomes the agreement if it leads to a de-escalation of tension and a reduction of Iran's destabilising activity in the region. The long-term stability of the Gulf is important to everyone. The onus is on Iran to honour its commitment in the joint trilateral statement to respect the principles of sovereignty and non-interference.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL7378
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Middle East Geopolitics
Link
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