HC Deb 11 December 1997 vol 302 c650W
Mr. Baker

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will press the Chinese authorities to allow a parliamentary delegation to visit Tibet during his proposed visit to China in January 1998. [20145]

Mr. Fatchett

We are deeply concerned about the human rights situation in China, and welcome the possibility of a parliamentary visit to Tibet. My right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary looks forward to discussing a wide range of issues, including Tibet, during his planned visit to China.