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Trade Agreements: Israel

Asked by Tom MorrisonLiberal DemocratDepartment for Business and TradeTabled Answered 9 April 2025UIN 36876

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if he will review the terms of the UK/Israel: Trade and Partnership Agreement, in the context of allegations of human rights violations in Israel.

Answered by Mr Douglas Alexander

We believe that having strong diplomatic and economic relationships with partners allows us to have frank discussions on important issues. The UK Government continues to work with our allies and partners, including across the region, to find a path towards permanent peace.

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