§ 45. Mr. Emrys Hughesasked the Prime Minister if he will make a statement on his recent official conversations with Mr. Nehru.
§ The Prime Minister (Mr. Attlee)Pandit Nehru was recently invited by President Truman to visit the United States of America and by Mr. St. Laurent to visit Canada. On his journey to and from the North American Continent, he passed through this country and His Majesty's Government were glad of the opportunity to extend to him an invitation to be their guest during his stay here last week. My colleagues and I were glad to renew our contacts with him and our talks naturally touched upon a variety of subjects which are of common interest to both countries. The conversations were informal and personal and hon. Members will not expect me to reveal their substance.
§ Mr. HughesWould it be possible for the Prime Minister to invite Pandit Nehru to address Members of both Houses in this country, as he addressed the United States Senate and the Canadian Parliament?
§ The Prime MinisterPandit Nehru has now departed from this country.
§ Colonel Gomme-DuncanCan the right hon. Gentleman say whether at this meeting Pandit Nehru's monstrous invasion of the State of Hyderabad was discussed?