Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the press release entitled £4bn maritime deal with Indonesia set to boost British jobs and support Indo-Pacific security, published on 21 November 2025, how many of the 1,000 jobs in the UK will be created as a result of the (a) jointly developed maritime capability developed for Indonesia's navy and (b) 1,000 vessels for the Indonesian fishing fleet.

The Partnership will enhance our shared commitment to stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific, upholding freedom of navigation and supporting a rules-based international order. It will also pave the way for greater interoperability and joint training between both navies. Due to commercial sensitivities, at this stage we are unable to release further information beyond what was shared in the press release of 21 November 2025.