11. Major LOWTHERasked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what are the reasons which prompt His Majesty's Government in delaying the recognition of the popularly and legally elected Government of Mexico; whether he is aware that this delay is causing prejudice to British interests in that Republic; and whether he can assure the House that the non-recognition of Mexico is in no way caused by the policy or attitude of the United States of America?
§ Mr. KELLAWAYHis Majesty's Government have throughout been prepared to recognise the Government of Mexico as soon as they are convinced of its stability, and they are not aware that such a policy is prejudicial to British interests. I can assure the hon. and gallant Member that this is a predominant consideration by which the decision of His Majesty's Government has been, and will continue to be, guided.