Foreign affairs and defence
The UK remains an important player on the world stage – with one of the highest defence and international aid budgets, in addition to the membership of numerous international bodies – such as the UN Security Council, EU, NATO, Commonwealth, World Bank, IMF, G8 and G20.
However, we now must recognise that changing nature and dynamics of the world when determining what is in our national interest. I will continue to be a strong voice for the foreign policy interests of the UK in Parliament.
- 29th April 2012Published in:2020conservatives.com
We are living through what might be termed a grand transition. We are seeing a shift in global political and economic dynamics with the axis of global power moving inexorably from the west to the east. Defining Britain's response to this 'grand transition' and visualising Britain's role within it is a vital task for policy makers. There are two tasks for policy makers. The first is to determine what we mean by Britain's national interest in the context of this historical shift and the second is to determine the key strategic choices which advance that interest. read more »
- 7th March 2012
Speaking in a Parliamentary debate on veterans and mental health, James Morris has commended the work of constituent David Herbert on establishing a veterans charter in Dudley Borough to signpost veterans towards key information including the provision of mental health services. read more »
- 22nd February 2012Published in:Telegraph Online
Our dependence on digital technology brings with it new challenges in protecting the United Kingdom and our allies’ interests and security. Ensuring our digital networks are secure from espionage and attack is vital not just for our national security, but for our economy. Private companies’ intellectual property is often targeted by hackers, with the private sector being the largest economic victim of crime and economic espionage through cyberspace. read more »
- 20th February 2012
James Morris raises concerns that a nuclear-armed Iran would spark a nuclear arms race in the middle east and backs the Foreign Secretary's agressive sanctions policy against the regime. read more »
- 20th February 2012Published in:ConservativeHome
The seismic changes we are witnessing in the Middle East present both hope for the future but also profound strategic dangers. The threat of Iran continues to be the most pressing issue facing the international community. Should we be concerned about their nuclear intentions, and what sort of threat does Iran really represent to the region? read more »
- 16th May 2011
James Morris welcomes the Secretary of State for Defence's statement on the Armed Forces Covenant and calls for better links between local authorities and local branches of the Royal British Legion to find appropriate solutions for our veterans. read more »
- 21st March 2011
James Morris congratulates the Prime Minister on securing the UN resolution and welcomes the clear parameters of engagement and broad-based international support. read more »
- 28th February 2011
Responding to the Prime Minister's statement on Libya and the Middle East, James Morris calls on the Government to promote democracy and support opposition movements where people are moving towards a desire for greater democracy. read more »
- 13th December 2010
James Morris calls for more private-sector involvement in national cyber-security. read more »
- 17th October 2010Published in:The Blue Blog
The question of how Britain defines its ‘national interest’ is one which needs to be answered by every generation. read more »
