HC Deb 28 June 1956 vol 555 c58W
44. Mr. Sorensen

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he will make a statement in respect of trade between Hong Kong and this country, particularly in regard to its specific beneficial and detrimental effect on British exports.

Mr. P. Thorneycroft

In 1955 our exports to Hong Kong, at nearly £26 million were more than half as much again as our imports, at £16½ million. Hong Kong applies virtually no restrictions to her trade with us and only a few customs duties, and we enjoy a tariff preference on both liquor and tobacco.