§ 9. Mr. G. Straussasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he can now make any statement in regard to the agreement which has been signed by the Mexican Government for the sale of $10,000,000 worth of oil and the effects this agreement may have on British interests?
Mr. StanleyThe only information I have concerning an agreement of the kind referred to is what has appeared in the Press. I am not, therefore, in a position to make any statement as to the effect which such an agreement might have on British interests.
§ Mr. StraussIn view of the possible serious repercussions on the trade between this country and Mexico, and the relationship between the two countries, does the right hon. Gentleman intend to consider this agreement, to make inquiries and to report to the House, or be prepared to answer questions on the matter?
Mr. StanleyI shall certainly try to get all the information I can, but the hon. Member must realise that our Minister is no longer in Mexico.