§ 48. Mr. F. Macleanasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what status is accorded by the Chinese Communist authorities to Her Majesty's Chargé d'Affaires in Peking.
§ Mr. EdenThe Chinese Government accepted Her Majesty's Chargé d'Affaires in that capacity and as—to quote their words—"The British Government's negotiating representative."
§ Mr. MacleanCan my right hon. Friend say whether or not he enjoys full diplomatic rights and status?