Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 28538
Navy: Guided Weapons
Tabled: 4 February 2025
Answered: 10 February 2025
Named DayQuestion
James Cartlidge
Conservative — South Suffolk
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he has had recent discussions with his French counterpart on the acquisition of additional Aster missiles for use by the Royal Navy.
Answer
Maria EagleWhilst the Secretary of State for Defence has not met recently with the French Defence Minister, negotiations to purchase Aster 30 have concluded and a Contract placement is expected imminently.