HC Deb 05 December 1949 vol 470 cc1527-8
49. Sir W. Smithers

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he will now make a statement on the policy of His Majesty's Government in regard to diplomatic relations and trading arrangements with the Communist and Nationalist Governments in China, respectively.

Mr. Mayhew

No, Sir. There is nothing which I can usefully add to previous statements on these subjects. I would refer the hon. Member particularly to the statement of my right hon. Friend to the House on 16th November.

Sir W. Smithers

May I ask whether it is the policy of His Majesty's Government, if the Communist ré gime in China is recognised, to recognise it de jure or de facto?

Mr. Mayhew

The whole question of recognition is being considered. I have nothing to add to previous replies.