Written Question·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·UIN 80102
Afghanistan: Internet and Telecommunications
Tabled: 10 October 2025
Answered: 21 October 2025
Question
John Grady
Labour — Glasgow East
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what diplomatic steps she is taking with international partners to help ensure access to (a) the internet and (b) telecommunications by people in Afghanistan.
Answer
Mr Hamish FalconerThe Taliban's decision to shut down internet services from 29 September to 1 October was deeply concerning. It risked crippling Afghanistan's economy, causing significant issues with the delivery of vital UK aid, and cutting off vulnerable communities.The...
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