§ Mr. WorthingtonTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what arms sales were discussed during his recent visit to Brazil; and what plans he has to make an announcement on this.
§ Mr. Heathcoat-AmoryMy right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs reaffirmed the importance of the continuing partnership between British defence equipment suppliers and Brazil's armed forces, exemplified by the recent sale of Super Lynx helicopters to the Brazilian navy. He also discussed prospects for future sales.