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South Africa: Foreign Relations

Asked by Graeme DownieLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 9 June 2025UIN 55698

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he plans to meet with the South African Minister for Defence and Military Veterans.

Answered by Al Carns

We are actively engaged in enhancing bilateral defence ties with South Africa. The Defence Secretary looks forward to meeting his South African counterpart when the opportunity arises.

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