§ 2. Mr. Manderasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether, in view of the conquest of Abyssinia and the return of the Emperor Haile Selassie to his dominions, he will consider the advisability of entering into an alliance with him for the purposes of defence against the common enemy in the war?
§ The Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs (Mr. Eden)There is nothing that I can usefully add to the statement which I made on 4th February outlining the policy of His Majesty's Government towards Abyssinia.
§ Mr. ManderDoes not the right hon. Gentleman feel that in view of recent developments in Abyssinia some announcement of a change in our relations will be necessary?
§ Mr. EdenMy announcement was made in view of impending developments, which have satisfactorily taken place.