The UK’s future relationship with the US
24 January 2025
The International Relations and Defence Committee is undertaking an inquiry into the United Kingdom’s future relationship with the United States.
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- Inquiry: The UK's future relationship with the US
- International Relations and Defence Committee
Focus of the inquiry
The UK and US have shared a strong and enduring partnership rooted in diplomatic, military, and intelligence cooperation for over a century. Yet, shifting political dynamics and broader US policy trends raise crucial questions about how this relationship might evolve, demanding strategic foresight from the UK Government. This inquiry will seek to identify new opportunities for collaboration, address potential sources of tension, and explore how the UK can shape its relationship with the US to safeguard UK interests in the years ahead.
Chair's comments
Lord de Mauley, Chair of the Committee said:
“The US has been the UK’s principal ally for over a century, and the relationship has weathered international crises, diverging interests and political shifts on both sides of the Atlantic. However, we must not take this ‘special relationship’ for granted.
“Our new inquiry will assess the current state of the transatlantic relationship, explore short and long-term trends in US and UK policy, and identify opportunities for co-operation and potential friction points.
“We will make evidence-based recommendations to the UK Government to ensure that, in the years to come, our relationship with the US continues to flourish and develops to the benefit of both our nations.”
Timeline
The deadline for written evidence is 17:00 on Friday 14 March 2025.
Further information
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