§ Lord Kennetasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether it has been agreed that the European Union is to pay for reconstruction in the Balkans; and if so, why. [HL2223]
§ Baroness AmosThe Government are working actively with the European Commission, EU member states and the international financial institutions to assess the reconstruction costs and longer term development needs in the Balkans.
A major effort will be required from the international community, in close co-operation with local people, and we expect the European Union will play a significant role as part of its ongoing support for transition efforts in the region.