Situation in the Red Sea - Statement

Part of the debate – in the House of Lords am 12:07 pm ar 29 Chwefror 2024.

Danfonwch hysbysiad imi am ddadleuon fel hyn

Photo of The Earl of Minto The Earl of Minto The Minister of State, Ministry of Defence 12:07, 29 Chwefror 2024

The noble Lord makes a very good point—one brought out earlier by the involvement of Saudi Arabia. It is very difficult to answer. We must take action to deter the disruption going through the Suez Canal because we believe so passionately in global trade. One would hope that there comes a point when diplomatic efforts and other activity in the region may bring a halt to this very unfortunate situation.