HC Deb 05 December 1957 vol 579 c598
38. Mr. Emrys Hughes

asked the President of the Board of Trade to what extent British exports to Egypt and the countries of the Middle East have increased since 1955.

Sir D. Eccles

Total exports (including re-exports) to Egypt have declined from £29 million in 1955 to £1.3 million in the first ten months of this year, but total exports to the countries of the Middle East excluding Egypt have risen from £131 million in the full year, 1955 to £152.1 million in the first ten months of 1957.

Mr. Hughes

Could the Minister say what steps are being taken to increase our trade with Egypt?

Sir D. Eccles

That is another Question.