§ 47. Mr. Tom Clarkeasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what is the level of overseas aid from the United Kingdom to Indonesia.
§ Mr. RaisonIn 1984 we spent £6.72 million on capital aid, including the aid and trade provision, and £3.81 million on technical co-operation. In addition, the Commonwealth Development Corporation invested £15.473 million.
§ Mr. ClarkeIn view of that substantial commitment to overseas aid in Indonesia, does the Minister believe that 19 he should speak against blatant abuses of human rights in that country, including the execution of political prisoners, some of whom have been in prison for 12 to 15 years?
§ Mr. RaisonWe are against abuses of human rights wherever they occur. The Government's position on this matter is well known.