Defence procurement reform
The government spends billions of pounds each year on defence equipment. This briefing explores how successive governments have approached defence acquisition.
UK and the Egyptian military (148 KB , PDF)
The overthrow of the Islamist government in Egypt and the subsequent bloodshed have called into question UK arms sales and military assistance to Egypt. The UK’s arms exports to Egypt are under review, while there is a small programme of military assistance.
UK and the Egyptian military (148 KB , PDF)
The government spends billions of pounds each year on defence equipment. This briefing explores how successive governments have approached defence acquisition.
This briefing provides an introduction to Egyptian politics, human rights, trade, and international relations. It also signposts further reading.
Parts of the UK-US Mutual Defence Agreement, which underpins nuclear cooperation between the two countries, will expire in December 2024.