§ 13. Mr. CHORLTONasked the President of the Board of Trade if, in connection with any negotiations taking place, or contemplated, regarding the note recently received from China concerning old commercial treaty rights, he will first consult the commercial interests in this country that may be concerned?
§ Mr. RUNCIMANNo negotiations for the revision of the treaty rights in question are taking place at present. Should negotiations take place, I shall not fail to consult commercial interests in this country as occasion arises.