Source · Select Committees · Defence Committee
Recommendation 1
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Acknowledged
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It is a testament to the depth of the defence, security and intelligence relationship between...
Conclusion
It is a testament to the depth of the defence, security and intelligence relationship between the UK and the US that changes in direction and political leadership in both countries have not undermined the relationship. However, that depth requires regular engagement at multiple levels. It cannot be taken for granted.
Government Response Summary
The Department welcomes the report’s recognition of the depth and breadth of the UK/ US relationship, stating that the US remains the UK’s most important ally and partner.
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Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The Department welcomes the report’s recognition of the depth and breadth of the UK/ US relationship. The Integrated Review Refresh is clear that the US remains the UK’s most important ally and partner. We have a common understanding of the threats we face and share the same values and objectives for addressing these challenges. As a result, we cooperate to an unprecedented degree across the full spectrum of defence business. The Department does not take this relationship for granted and invests significantly in it, including progressing our military-to-military relationships and joint training, enhancing the bilateral intelligence relationship, deepening our science and emerging technology partnerships, or collaborating on specific strategic initiatives such as AUKUS or our longstanding co-operation on Carrier Strike capability. The Department also maintains the largest of its British Defence Staffs in Washington DC to facilitate engagement with the US at all levels, from the strategic relationships with the Pentagon to the military- military relationships between the Single Services.