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Brunei: Armed Forces

Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 11 February 2025UIN 28544

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what his policy is on maintaining a military presence in the Kingdom of Brunei.

Answered by Luke Pollard

This Government is committed to maintaining our unique defence relationship with Brunei. His Majesty, the Sultan of Brunei, and the Prime Minister signed the five-yearly renewal of the Garrison Agreement in December 2024, which signals His Majesty the Sultan's wish to maintain British military presence in Brunei.

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