HC Deb 28 January 1993 vol 217 c805W
Sir Peter Tapsell

To ask the Prime Minister if he will list his official engagements for Thursday 28 January.

Mr. Harry Greenway

To ask the Prime Minister if he will list his official engagements for Thursday 28 January.

Mr. Newton

I have been asked to reply.

My right hon. Friend the Prime Minister is making official visits to India, Saudi Arabia and Oman. I am pleased to advise the House that following discussions with the Sultan of Oman, my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister announced that Oman is to purchase the Challenger 2 as its new main battle tank, together with its armoured repair and recovery vehicle. I am sure the whole House will want to join me in congratulating Vickers Defence Systems on this well-deserved success, which is the first export order for the Challenger 2.