§ 16. Mr. Michael BrownTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what is the Government's policy with regard to the formal independence of Taiwan. [699]
§ Mr. HanleyIt is our view that the status of Taiwan is a matter for the Chinese Government and authorities in Taiwan to resolve between themselves.
§ 19. Mr. PawseyTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs when he last discussed Taiwan and Hong Kong with the Chinese Government. [704]
§ Mr. HanleyI discussed Taiwan with Vice-Foreign Minister Wang Yingfan on 2 September in Peking.
My right hon. and learned Friend the Foreign Secretary discussed Hong Kong with the Vice-Premier Qian Qichen on 26 September in New York.
§ 22. Mrs. Ann WintertonTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on relations with Taiwan. [707]
§ Mr. HanleyWe enjoy good commercial and cultural relations with Taiwan. We see great potential for the promotion of UK exports and inward investment; the attraction of tourism and educational links.