HC Deb 28 January 1958 vol 581 cc37-8W
20. Mr. Ellis Smith

asked the President of the Board of Trade why our exports to China have not increased at least as greatly as to other countries; what are the prospects; and what action is being taken to increase our exports to China.

Sir D. Eccles

Our exports and re-exports to China in 1957 were 13 per cent. greater than in 1956. The corresponding percentage for all destinations was 4.2 per cent. On the last part of the Question, I would refer the hon. Member to the remarks made by the Parliamentary Secretary to the Board of Trade in the Adjournment debate on 3rd December last. The prospects for an increase in our exports to China appear quite good.

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