§ 108. Mr. Emrys Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what was the purpose of Mr. Trygve Lie's official visit; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. YoungerMr. Lie's primary purpose in visiting Europe at this time was, I understand, to be present at a meeting in Paris on 2nd May and to attend to other United Nations business in Geneva and The Hague. He has also made it clear that he regards it as part of his duty as Secretary-General to visit periodically as many of the countries which are members of the United Nations as possible. He took this opportunity to visit London for an exchange of views on the problems which face the United Nations in the present international situation. His Majesty's Government were very happy to welcome Mr. Lie to London and to have had this opportunity to discuss these problems with him.