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Ministry of Defence: USA

Asked by Graeme DownieLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 16 December 2025UIN 97989

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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of UK defence businesses working with the Office of Strategic Capital at the US Defense Department.

Answered by Luke Pollard

Defence Officials, on behalf of the Secretary of State for Defence, have engaged with US counterparts from the Office of Strategic Capital regarding strategic partnering, most recently in September 2025. Officials have discussed a number of topics, including UK defence industry, Trusted Capital, and opportunities for engagement.

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