Foreign policy
Chris presses government on defence bonds reports
The press is reporting they are considering issuing defence bonds.
28 Apr 2026
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Foreign policy
Chris calls out Russia evading sanctions
Many officials in Kyrgyzstan are allegedly helping Russia evade sanctions.
24 Apr 2026
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Chris condemns US actions in Middle East financing Russia
The government agreed that the current situation in the Middle East should not be used to finance Putin.
21 Apr 2026
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Chris presses government on plans for a post-conflict region where Iran has the upper-hand
Sadly and predictably, Iran appears to have achieved escalation dominance by closing the Strait of Hormuz.
27 Mar 2026
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Chris calls for diplomatic solution in Strait of Hormuz
The government agreed with me on this.
20 Mar 2026
Foreign policy
Chris urges Prime Minister to protect Iranian protesters
I support the Prime Minister’s view in favour of a negotiated settlement, given the risks of regime change, but it must include protections against retaliation for protesters.
3 Mar 2026