HC Deb 08 November 1911 vol 30 c1628
Captain FABER

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether His Majesty's Government has recognised the Congo Colony as a sovereign and independent territory, and, if not, whether they propose to do so?

Mr. ACLAND

If the hon. and gallant Member will refer to previous statements made in the House this year, he will see that we have not officially recognised the annexation of the Congo by Belgium.

Captain FABER

Will the hon. Gentleman answer the end part of my question?

Mr. ACLAND

That must depend on circumstances.