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Written question asked by Lord Alton of Liverpool (Crossbench) on Tuesday, 19 November 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 December 2024. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Monday, 2 December 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Shipping: South China Sea

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they plan to increase the number and frequency of 'freedom of navigation' operations through contested areas in the East and South China Seas, including the Taiwan Strait.

Answer

The Ministry of Defence does not routinely comment on future deployments for reasons of operational security. However, the UK has a clear interest in peace and stability in the East and South China Seas along with the Taiwan Strait, and remains committed to upholding international law and to freedom of navigation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2656
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Shipping South China Sea
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk