§ 53. Mr. Mayhewasked the Prime Minister whether he is aware of the importance to British prestige of the forthcoming British Trade Fair in Moscow; what support the Government are giving to the Fair; and which Minister is responsible.
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§ The Prime MinisterThe British Trade Fair in Moscow is directed towards the promotion of our exports, and I am confident that it will also enhance British prestige by demonstrating the range and skill of British industry. My right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade has accepted the organisers' invitation to open the Fair. His Department will be one of the exhibitors and will supplement the efforts of industry by a display illustrating British scientific and technical achievement. In addition, the Foreign Office are providing a Government Information Stand.