§ 73. Mr. NUNNasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he has received any further information as to the irregular taxation prevailing on the Upper Yangtse, and the disability it imposes on British trade with Szechuan; and what steps he proposes to take in the matter?
§ The UNDER-SECRETARY of STATE for FOREIGN AFFAIRS (Mr. Eden)In the light of present conditions on the Upper Yangtse, it is manifestly difficult to deal with such numerous and varied exactions, but I am aware of the difficulties referred to, which do not affect British trade only. His Majesty's representatives in China at all times take such steps as are possible to ensure that British trade is not unfairly treated and these efforts will of course be continued.