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flag UK official pushes UK-Scotland defence cooperation; SNP calls remarks undermining devolution.

flag UK Chief Secretary Darren Jones urged stronger UK-Scotland cooperation on nuclear and defence projects to boost economic growth, stressing a "genuine offer of collaboration" despite policy differences, particularly on nuclear power and defence procurement. flag Speaking at Edinburgh’s Global Investment Summit, he highlighted limited integration of Scotland into the UK’s 10-year infrastructure pipeline due to devolved powers and noted opposition from Scottish development agencies to certain munitions producers. flag Jones emphasized shared economic benefits from joint efforts. flag SNP depute leader Keith Brown criticized the remarks as "ill-judged," arguing they misunderstand devolution and undermine Scotland’s democratic autonomy, reinforcing calls for independence.

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