HC Deb 24 October 1935 vol 305 cc344-5W
Sir A. KNOX

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he has received any reports from His Majesty's Ambassador in China since his appointment on the constitution of the Shanghai international settlement; and, if not, whether he will invite his views on the desirability of introducing the reforms recommended in the Report of Mr. Justice Feetham?

Sir S. HOARE

Several reports have been received from His Majesty's Ambassador bearing upon this question. I am advised that to call for a special report of the nature indicated would not at present serve any useful purpose.

Sir A. KNOX

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs on how many occasions and for what periods His Majesty's Ambassador in China has visited Shanghai since his appointment?

Sir S. HOARE

I can assure my hon. and gallant Friend that His Majesty's Ambassador visits Shanghai and other centres of British trade in China whenever such visits seem required and circumstances permit of them.