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Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: Ethiopia

Asked by Kevin HollinrakeConservativeMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 9 June 2025UIN 55282

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, pursuant to the Answer of 22 May 2025 to Question 52711 on Visits Abroad: Ethiopia, what the purpose was of her visit to Ethiopia.

Answered by Alex Norris

The Deputy Prime Minister’s role includes acting in support of the Government’s international agenda – supporting investment and international collaboration is a key focus for the Government.

The Deputy Prime Minister carried out diplomatic, business and humanitarian engagements to demonstrate the UK’s commitment to the region and promote ambitions for partnerships and mutual economic growth.

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