HC Deb 13 December 1926 vol 200 cc2545-6
50. Mr. LOOKER

asked the Prime Minister whether the Canton Government has been approached with a view to joint operations being taken against the pirates in Bias Bay; and can he give the House any information on the matter?

Mr. LOCKER-LAMPSON

The whole question of measures to be taken for dealing with the Bias Bay pirates is being carefully examined by His Majesty's Gov- ernment, and a final decision has not yet been reached. If possible, it would be desirable that the Canton authorities should themselves take action.

Mr. LOOKER

Are any negotiations taking place with the Cantonese Government?

Mr. LOCKER-LAMPSON

I could not answer that question without notice.

Mr. N. MACLEAN

Is it not the case that British commercial supremacy commenced with piracy on the high seas?