Interview with Ben Wallace during his visit to the DSEI Defence and Security Exhibition at ExCel

The transcript discusses the importance of maintaining good relations with France, emphasizing shared interests and cooperation in defense and terrorism. It highlights industrial ties, particularly in submarine work, and explains the rationale behind diplomatic decisions, stressing that changes in requirements are normal and not meant to antagonize France.

Why does the speaker emphasize not antagonizing France?

• Due to shared defense interests and collaborations.

• To maintain cultural exchanges.

• Because France is a major economic partner.

• To avoid trade sanctions.

What is one of the shared threats mentioned by the speaker?

• Climate change

• Economic recession

• ISIS

• Cyber attacks

Which company is mentioned as benefiting from increased submarine work?

• Boeing

• Tallis

• Airbus

• Lockheed Martin

What right does the speaker say countries have concerning their defense requirements?

• To change them based on evolving threats

• To collaborate only with neighboring countries

• To ignore international agreements

• To prioritize economic over defense interests

How does the speaker describe the military relationship between Britain and France?

• As non-existent

• As competitive

• As comparable and cooperative

• As distant