Japan’s strengthening military posture and new security policies
Since 2022, Japan has significantly increased its defence spending, updated its security policies and removed barriers to exporting arms.
UK-China relations under the Labour Government 2024-2026
Since taking office in 2024, the Labour government has sought to improve UK–China relations, with a particular emphasis on deepening economic ties, while still acknowledging the significant security challenges that China poses.
UK-Indonesia collaboration on environmental sustainability
A Westminster Hall debate on UK–Indonesia collaboration on environmental sustainability is scheduled for 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm on Tuesday 23 June 2026. The debate will be led by Kerry McCarthy MP (Labour).
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Research Briefing
Nepal: 2026 legislative election and future prospects
Nepal has elected a former rapper as prime minister following parliamentary elections in March 2026 in the wake of widespread youth protests.
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Research Briefing
Overview: Where are all the world’s nuclear weapons?
Who are the nuclear weapon states?
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Research Briefing
Nuclear weapons: At a glance
This page has been replaced by a new Commons Library collection: Nuclear weapons, disarmament and arms control.
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Debate Pack
Religious minority persecution in Myanmar
A Westminster Hall debate on religious minority persecution in Myanmar is scheduled for Thursday 8 January 2026, from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. The debate will be opened by Jim Shannon MP.
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Research Briefing
Chinese state threat activities in the UK
China has been accused of conducting state-threat activities in the UK such as industrial espionage, cyber-attacks, and spying on politicians. The UK Government has responded by passing new legislation to counter state threats, while still trying to pursue stronger economic relations with China.
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Research Briefing
The impact of foreign interference on security, trade and democracy
A debate on the impact of foreign interference on security, trade and democracy is scheduled to take place in the House of Commons Chamber on Thursday 11 December 2025. The debate was scheduled by the Backbench Business Committee and will be led by James MacCleary MP
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Debate Pack
Government support for self-determination in Kashmir
A Westminster Hall debate on government support for self-determination in Kashmir is scheduled for Wednesday 10 December 2025, from 9:30am to 11:00am. The debate will be led by Imran Hussain MP.
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Research Briefing
Strategic Defence Review 2025: Key points and paper series
A high-level overview of the Strategic Defence Review and relevant Commons Library briefing papers.
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Research Briefing
Taiwan: Relations with the United States
This briefing looks at the history of the relationship between the US and Taiwan, the approach of the Biden and Trump administrations and US military support.
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Research Briefing
Taiwan: History, politics and UK relations
This briefing looks at Taiwan’s history and politics, membership of international organisations, and relationship with other states, including the UK.
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Debate Pack
Modern day slavery in Pakistan
A Westminster Hall debate on modern day slavery in Pakistan will take place on Thursday 13 November, from 1.30pm to 3.00pm. The debate was scheduled by the Backbench Business Committee and will be led by Jim Shannon MP.
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Research Briefing
Sanctions against Russia: Targeting third countries
Countries that are considered to be supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine have increasingly faced sanctions.
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