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My hon. Friend is absolutely right: the pace and delivery of both the new equipment and the support we give our armed forces is important.

We have always been clear that the interests of European security are very much our interests.

I am confident that we will be able to reach agreement on how we move forward.

I remember those discussions well, and I kind of wish that the right hon.

The hon. Gentleman makes an important point about readiness and our ability to respond.

We can be proud of our investments in new technology, such as the new Poseidon aircraft that will operate over the north Atlantic or the Typ

We are doing everything that we can, and my right hon.

I have been very generous in taking interventions. Will the hon. Gentleman let me make some progress?

We must not look at this issue in isolation. We need to look at it as an issue that every NATO member has to face and deal with.

I was pleased to sign a Defence Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Singapore whilst attending the Shangri La Dialogue Asia S