§ 14. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHYasked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether negotiations for 585 peace have been commenced between the White Russian forces, including the volunteer army, in South Russia and the Soviet Government of Russia; if so, whether His Majesty's Government is represented at these negotiations; whether negotiations have commenced between the volunteer army leaders and the Republics of Georgia and Azerbaijan; and whether His Majesty's representatives in the Caucasus are using their good offices to bring about peace between the various opposing forces?
Mr. HARMSWORTHThe answer to the first part of the question is in the negative; the second part does not, therefore, arise. As regards the third part, according to the latest reports, General Denikin has entered into negotiations with the Georgian Government, and has expressed his willingness to negotiate similarly with the Azerbaijan Government. As regards the fourth part, it has always been the constant endeavour of His Majesty's representatives in the Caucasus to foster good relations between the various neighbouring Governments.
§ Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHYIs the right hon. Gentleman referring to the representative of the Foreign Office or of the War Office?
Mr. HARMSWORTHI think the representative of the Foreign Office. Perhaps the hon. and gallant Gentleman will give me notice of that?