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Asked by Sir Andrew MitchellConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 18 May 2026UIN 63

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps she is taking to conclude the $100 million joint development deal between the UK and Qatar.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The UK is proud of its humanitarian and development partnership with the State of Qatar. Our ambition to deliver $100 million in joint humanitarian and development projects, announced in December 2024, is currently being implemented through programmes in Bangladesh, Somalia and Syria.

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