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<p>The Government paused its Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development and
Foreign Policy in April due to the pressing need to focus on COVID-19. We have formally
recommenced the Review, building on the work done since February.</p><p>Our aim continues
to be for an ambitious and bold Integrated Review that is guided by the UK's foreign
policy and national security objectives.</p><p>We will be engaging with Parliament,
the Devolved Administrations, external experts and wider stakeholders with an interest
in our nation's security and prosperity. This includes our allies and partners, building
on our ongoing dialogue on COVID-19 response and recovery.</p><p>The Government will
conduct targeted engagement that will bring crucial external voices and expertise
to bear in defining our ambition for the UK's role in the world and setting the country
on the best possible trajectory to recovery from COVID-19.</p>
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