§ 22. Mr. Sorensenasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what further developments have taken place in respect of Yemeni-British relationships; and what alteration of the diplomatic status of our representative in Taiz is contemplated.
§ Mr. Selwyn LloydThe situation on the Aden-Yemen border has been quiet for many months. As hon. Members will know, the Governor of Aden and Lady Luce are visiting Taiz as guests of Her Majesty's Chargé d'Affaires, and although this is a private visit contacts established on occasions of this kind may be valuable in improving relations.
A change in the status of diplomatic representatives would be a matter for discussion between the two Governments.
§ Mr. SorensenDoes this mean that political developments within the Yemen are encouraging in the direction of more friendly relationships between the Yemen and this country?
§ Mr. LloydI think I should prefer to confine myself to the points in my Answer. First of all, things have been quiet for many months, and that is a good thing. Secondly, there is this private visit which will enable contacts to be made by the Governor and Lady Luce, and that, again, I think is a good thing.