HC Deb 26 June 1952 vol 502 c2422
36. Mr. Cocks

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations whether, in view of the problems which will continue to exist in the Far East, even after the conclusion of an armistice in Korea, he will consult with the Governments of India and Pakistan with a view to arriving at a common policy.

Mr. J. Foster

A regular exchange of information and views is maintained at all times between the United Kingdom and all other Commonwealth countries. In the course of this exchange with India and Pakistan the objective to which the hon. Member refers is constantly borne in mind.

Mr. Cocks

Does not the Minister agree that these countries are in a unique position to serve the cause of peace and co-operation in Asia, and that a closely worked out policy based on agreement between them and Her Majesty's Government would be likely to produce excellent results?

Mr. Foster

We do maintain the closest consultation with them in order to achieve the objective which the hon. Member has in mind.