§ 11. Mr. James Davidsonasked the Minister of Overseas Development what proportion of the capital goods distributed as Overseas Aid in 1967–68 is materials of a military nature.
§ Mr. PrenticeNone, Sir. Military aid is not part of the economic aid programme to developing countries administered by my Department.
§ Mr. DavidsonWhile thanking the right hon. Gentleman for that Answer—and I am delighted to have the assurance contained in it—may I please ask him to say what type of aid is contemplated for Singapore and Malaysia to replace our reduced military commitment in the area?
§ Mr. PrenticeBroadly speaking, it will be aid directed to the development of the economies of those two countries, but the details are still being discussed with them.