§ 32. Mr. Tom ClarkeTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent discussions Her Majesty's Government have held with the Australian and New Zealand Governments on the situation in East Timor. [112900]
§ 34. Maria EagleTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what discussions he has had with the Australian and New Zealand Governments about the situation in East Timor. [112902]
§ Mr. BattleWe hold regular discussions with the Australian and New Zealand Governments on a range of issues, including East Timor. My right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary and I held talks with the Australian Foreign Minister during his visit to London in January, and I visited Australia from 21–26 February and New Zealand from 27 February to 2 March for discussions with members of both Governments. We will continue to work together to ensure the transition of East Timor to a new democracy.
§ 33. Mrs. Betty WilliamsTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what support Her Majesty's Government are providing for institution-building in East Timor. [112901]
§ Mr. BattleWe are working closely with the UN Transitional Administration (UNTAET) to help East Timor prepare for statehood. We have committed a total of £19.71 million to help with humanitarian relief, reconstruction and institution-building. In addition 14 British policemen and four military liaison officers are serving in UNTAET. We look forward to seeing East Timor emerge as the first new democracy of the 21st century.