HC Deb 25 June 1986 vol 100 c195W
Mr. John Carlisle

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether he or his ministerial colleagues intend to hold discussions with Mr. Oliver Tambo of the African National Congress during Mr. Tambo's visit to London.

Mr. Anderson

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make it his policy to meet President Oliver Tambo of the African National Congress during his visit to London on 23 June; and if he will make a statement.

Mrs. Chalker

As my hon. Friend and the hon. Gentleman will now be aware, I met Mr. Tambo in London yesterday. I underlined the importance of suspending violence on all sides in South Africa in order to promote a constructive dialogue.