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Agreement on Defence Co-operation between the United Kingdom and Germany
23 October 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Defence
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses a new Defence Agreement signed between the UK and Germany to enhance bilateral defence co-operation.
Action Requested
The agreement will strengthen mutual security, support defence industries through research and technology collaboration, and improve interoperability in various domains. It establishes a new Defence Ministerial Council to oversee cooperation across all aspects of defence.
Key Facts
- The UK and Germany signed an Agreement on Defence co-operation earlier today.
- A new Defence Ministerial Council will be established to oversee bilateral defence co-operation.
- The agreement includes joint development of extended Deep Precision Strike capabilities, uncrewed aerial systems in the Air domain, and undersea co-operation in the North Atlantic and North Sea.
- The UK Government is committed to the successful implementation of this agreement which contributes to security and prosperity for both nations and Europe.
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