The MoD has since been regarded as a leader in elaborating the post-Cold War organising concept of "defence diplomacy". As a result of the Strategic Defence and Security Review 2010, Prime Minister David Cameron signed a 50-year treaty with French President Nicolas Sarkozy that would have the two countries co-operate intensively in military matters. The UK is establishing air and naval bases in the Persian Gulf, located in the UAE and Bahrain. A presence in Oman is also being considered. COUNT 5
QSN1 In what concept is the MoD considered a leader? ANS1 defence diplomacy QSN2 Who was the PM of Britain in 2010? ANS2 David Cameron QSN3 Who was the president of France in 2010? ANS3 Nicolas Sarkozy QSN4 In which two countries is the UK installing military bases? ANS4 UAE and Bahrain QSN5 In which other country is the UK thinking about installing a military base? ANS5 Oman