HC Deb 21 February 1927 vol 202 c1375
40. Mr. H. WILLIAMS

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether it is proposed to seek to obtain for British traders in China rights outside the treaty ports equal to those enjoyed by Chinese traders in all parts of the United Kingdom?

Sir A. CHAMBERLAIN

Our aim is to negotiate treaties with China on a basis which will lead ultimately to complete equality and reciprocity.

Mr. KIRKWOOD

I would like to ask the Foreign Secretary why this Chinese trouble was not referred to the League of Nations?