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Unmanned Air Systems: China

Asked by Edward MorelloLiberal DemocratMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 1 September 2025UIN 66466

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent assessment he has made of the potential impact of reliance on Chinese-made drones on levels of risk for defence procurement.

Answered by Maria Eagle

The Ministry of Defence regularly reviews its critical supply chains to identify and mitigate risks to defence capability. The Department does not procure Chinese manufactured drones for use in operations.

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