CHINA (BRITISH TRADE). (Hansard, 28 March 1923)

HC Deb 28 March 1923 vol 162 cc495-6 495

§ 51. Dr. CHAPPLE
asked the Prime Minister whether any Department of the Government is charged with the duty of directing its efforts to the more rapid development of trade with China?

§ Lieut.-Colonel BUCKLEY (Secretary, Overseas Trade Department)
The Department primarily concerned is the 496 Department of Overseas Trade, which is charged with the duty of promoting trade with China as with other parts of the world.

§ Dr. CHAPPLE
What steps are being taken—what efforts made to promote trade with China?

§ Mr. SPEAKER
That is not in the question.