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Articles tagged with: Foreign Policy
While the West’s powers fight amongst themselves, China is rubbing her hands
Defence
By Tobias Ellwood MP
While the West’s powers fight amongst themselves, China is rubbing her hands
Three months on from the G7, Western unity has taken two sucker punches - withdrawal from Afghanistan and the formation of Aukus - which have left the honeyed words of Carbis Bay looking empty, and given China no end of pleasure.
We must de-radicalise western foreign policy
Foreign affairs
By Lord Sarfraz
We must de-radicalise western foreign policy
In every instance, “radical Westernism” has led to complete failure, contributing to the triumph of autocracy over liberty and diminishing the influence and security of the West.
Vietnam revealed the importance of empathy, Afghanistan tragically reinforces that lesson
Foreign affairs
By Dr Claire Yorke
Vietnam revealed the importance of empathy, Afghanistan tragically reinforces that lesson
In Afghanistan, as in Vietnam, the West did not sufficiently understand the systems and structures of governance and power, and underestimated the vision and commitment of their adversaries.
Defence Secretary Accuses Animal Rights Campaigners Of 'Bullying' Over Afghanistan Evacuations
Defence
Defence Secretary Accuses Animal Rights Campaigners Of "Bullying" Over Afghanistan Evacuations
Ben Wallace has denied accusations of blocking an animal rescue charity from attempting to fly more than 100 animals out of Afghanistan.
Boris Johnson Says UK Is Doing 'Everything We Can' To Get People Out Of Afghanistan As Deadline Looms
Defence
Boris Johnson Says UK Is Doing "Everything We Can" To Get People Out Of Afghanistan As Deadline Looms
The Prime Minister has claimed the "lion's share" of eligible people have been evacuated from Afghanistan but admitted there would still be those who "need help".
Defence Secretary Warns Afghanistan 'Heading Towards Civil War' As UK Moves To Withdraw Forces
Defence
Defence Secretary Warns Afghanistan "Heading Towards Civil War" As UK Moves To Withdraw Forces
The Defence Secretary has warned Afghanistan is heading towards another civil war in the wake of US and UK troops withdrawing.
Former Foreign Secretary Warns UK Aid Cuts Would 'Compound The Agony' Of Taliban Resurgence
Defence
Former Foreign Secretary Warns UK Aid Cuts Would "Compound The Agony" Of Taliban Resurgence
David Miliband has criticised "significant" foreign aid cuts by the UK, warning further withdrawal of support to Afghanistan would "compound the agony" for civilians.
Boris Johnson Announces End To 20 Year UK Military Mission In Afghanistan
Defence
Boris Johnson Announces End To 20 Year UK Military Mission In Afghanistan
The Prime Minister said all remaining British troops in the country would be "coming home" as he confirmed the end of the UK's role in the conflict.
UK's Nuclear Weapon Stockpile Set To Expand By More Than 40% Following Fresh Defence Review
Defence
UK's Nuclear Weapon Stockpile Set To Expand By More Than 40% Following Fresh Defence Review
Downing Street are set to scrap a policy aimed at the gradual disarmament of nuclear weapons following a major review into the UK's defence capabilities.
Investing in girls’ education should be at the heart of Britain’s foreign policy
Foreign affairs
By Laura Round
Investing in girls’ education should be at the heart of Britain’s foreign policy
The combined impact of school closures and economic crisis brought on by Covid-19 threaten to entrench educational inequality and roll back two decades of progress on learning.
Without being credibly costed, the Integrated Review risks reducing Britain’s foreign policy to ‘virtue signalling and symbolism’
Defence
By Kevan Jones MP
Without being credibly costed, the Integrated Review risks reducing Britain’s foreign policy to ‘virtue signalling and symbolism’
I fear the absence of a credible Defence and Equipment Plan could risk the Integrated Review immediately unravelling.
We need a new approach to Iran
Foreign affairs
By Wayne David MP
We need a new approach to Iran
We must secure a new agreement with Iran which focus on human rights, as well as restricting and monitoring the country’s nuclear capability.
Government is chipping away at our development progress when we should be championing global Britain
Foreign affairs
By Sarah Champion MP
Government is chipping away at our development progress when we should be championing global Britain
We could be facing up to £30bn less on development over the next five years. The UK is unlikely to feel any economic ‘boost’ as a result of these cuts, but the impact on the world’s poorest will be devastating.
From Punjab to London, Sikhs around the world will soon be able to grasp their right to self-determination Partner content
Foreign affairs
By Sikhs for Justice
From Punjab to London, Sikhs around the world will soon be able to grasp their right to self-determination
Now is the time to right historic wrongs and let Punjab determine how it wants to be governed.
Britain needs a National Strategy Council to drive our global interests
Foreign affairs
By Bob Seely MP
Britain needs a National Strategy Council to drive our global interests
Currently UK foreign policy lacks clarity and coherence. A National Strategy Council would look ahead to see both threats and opportunities, building a long-term global strategy for the UK.
As a newly independent nation, it’s vital we establish a clear trade policy
Foreign affairs
By Lord Waverley
As a newly independent nation, it’s vital we establish a clear trade policy
Establishing an inclusive and sustainable approach to trade has never mattered more. The APPG for Trade and Export Promotion will seek to build consensus on our future trade policy.
Parliamentary scrutiny of the government's approach to development aid has never been more vital
Foreign affairs
By Sarah Champion MP
Parliamentary scrutiny of the government's approach to development aid has never been more vital
The future of the International Development Committee is uncertain, but it has never been needed more. We propose the Committee remit shifts to cover all official development assistance spend across Government
The Integrated Review must clarify the UK’s approach to security and our position on the world stage
Defence
By Tobias Ellwood MP
The Integrated Review must clarify the UK’s approach to security and our position on the world stage
The defence committee urge the Government to provide greater transparency surrounding who is involved in the Integrated Review and how different aspects will be structured and sequenced.
Britain must reassert its values and interests on the global stage – starting with a new China strategy
Foreign affairs
By Stephen Kinnock MP
Britain must reassert its values and interests on the global stage – starting with a new China strategy
The UK has been sleepwalking in our relationship with China. Now the international community faces a serious geo-political problem
The Nandy doctrine: renewing the ‘moral commitment’ to an ‘ethical’ foreign policy
Coronavirus
By Sebastian Whale
The Nandy doctrine: renewing the ‘moral commitment’ to an ‘ethical’ foreign policy
The shadow foreign secretary has made it her aim to win the argument on internationalism. Sebastian Whale explains
Reviewing Britain's approach to the world must be about much more than defence
Foreign affairs
By Tom Tugendhat MP
Reviewing Britain's approach to the world must be about much more than defence
Government must not limit itself to military matters. It must rediscover the lost art of strategy at the heart of Whitehall – and foreign affairs is a key part of that.
Diplomacy and development are vital parts of strengthening our national security
Foreign affairs
By Emily Thornberry MP
Diplomacy and development are vital parts of strengthening our national security
Unless the Integrated Review changes course, its analysis of modern threats will be half-complete and the resulting strategy to tackle them half-baked.
Tobias Ellwood: “We’re moving towards a more populist, nationalistic, isolated post-virus world”
Coronavirus
By Sebastian Whale
Tobias Ellwood: “We’re moving towards a more populist, nationalistic, isolated post-virus world”
When the UK emerges from the coronavirus outbreak, Tobias Ellwood believes it will be greeted by a “worsening world”. With geopolitical threats refusing to go away, and “wily adversaries” likely to take advantage of the global crisis, the Defence Committee chair is concerned about the future. He talks to Sebastian Whale.
Sharing values of peace and development, Britain and Azerbaijan both have a great deal in common
Foreign affairs
By Bob Blackman MP
Sharing values of peace and development, Britain and Azerbaijan both have a great deal in common

With large numbers of Azerbaijani youth already travelling to the UK to study at top universities, and with international trade on the increase, a close partnership between the UK and Azerbaijan is important than ever