HL Deb 03 November 1999 vol 606 c86WA
Lord Kennet

asked her Majesty's Government:

Whether they have been consulted or informed by the United States Administration of their proposal to fund the upgrading of Russia's Anti-Ballistic Missile system; and what is their response to this proposal. [HL4335]

Baroness Scotland of Asthal

The United States Administration and the Russian Government have kept us informed of the progress of their discussions on START, the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty and related issues.

It is not for us to comment on the details of these discussions. We hope they result in a successful outcome.