We welcome the Government’s publication of the Small Island Developing States Strategy 2022–2026. Being a firm, committed supporter of SIDS in addressing their developmental and environmental challenges is not only morally right; it is also in the UK’s geopolitical interest. However, we are concerned that, given the absence of measurable objectives in the strategy, the UK’s commitment to SIDS may slip down the Government’s priority list over time.

We welcome the Government’s publication of the Small Island Developing States Strategy 2022–2026. Being a firm, committed supporter of SIDS in addressing their developmental and environmental challenges is not only morally right; it is also in the UK’s geopolitical interest. However, we are concerned that, given the absence of measurable objectives in the strategy, the UK’s commitment to SIDS may slip down the Government’s priority list over time. Type: conclusion | Number: 1 | Paragraph: 14 | Response status: not_addressed Government response: 1. The Government welcomes the International Development Committee (IDC) inquiry and subsequent report on the UK’s Small Island Developing States Strategy. The FCDO is grateful to the IDC for identifying important thematic areas for continued and increased HMG policy and programmatic support on SIDS