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Saudi Arabia

Tuesday 24 June 2025 · 2 questions

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Oliver Ryan asked about utilizing UK-Saudi partnership in response to events in Iran.
  • The Foreign Secretary highlighted Saudi Arabia as a key ally in regional security.
  • Dr Andrew Murrison inquired about UK efforts to encourage Saudi Arabia to join the Abraham accords.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Oliver Ryan Labour (Co-op) Burnley
Foreign Affairs
Context

Recent events in Iran have escalated tensions, and the UK aims to maintain stability through its partnership with Saudi Arabia.

Question

I declare an interest as the chair of the all-party parliamentary group on Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is an important partner for trade and peace in the middle east and for combating terrorism around the world. With reference to recent events in Iran, how is the Foreign Secretary utilising our relationship to involve the Saudi Government in de-escalation efforts in the region?

Answer from The Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs (Mr David Lammy)

I have found it hugely beneficial to be able to speak closely to His Highness Prince Faisal over the last few days. We stay in close touch, and Saudi Arabia is a key ally. The situation with Iran was of concern for regional allies like Saudi Arabia. There is so much that we can do together on security and trade.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The specific actions or strategies to involve Saudi Arabia in de-escalation efforts were not detailed.

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Q2 Andrew Murrison Con South West Wiltshire
Foreign Affairs
Context

The Abraham accords, established during the Trump administration, are seen as a significant step towards normalisation of relations in the Middle East. The UK Government is interested in encouraging Saudi Arabia to join these accords.

Question

The creation of the Abraham accords was one of the achievements of the first Trump Administration, and the President of the US has said that he aims for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to join those accords. What are the UK Government doing to encourage that process, and what preconditions does he believe Riyadh has for joining the accords?

Answer from The Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs (Mr David Lammy)

We continue to discuss these issues with Saudi Arabia. However, there are no prospects until we get to a ceasefire in the current crisis.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The specific actions or strategies to encourage Saudi Arabia's participation were not detailed.

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