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Military Aid

Asked by Andrew GeorgeLiberal DemocratMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 25 June 2025UIN 60412

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what criteria his Department uses to decide whether to grant a request from a foreign government for training for their armed forces by the British armed forces.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The provision of training to a foreign military is assessed on a case-by-case basis and kept under review. This is underpinned by a robust process that considers strategic alignment, risks, opportunities, and compliance with International Humanitarian Law.

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