§ Mr. Biggs-Davisonasked the Lord Privy Seal what aid is to be given by the United Kingdom to Latin America; and why.
§ Mr. HeathHer Majesty's Government make substantial contributions to international organisations which provide assistance to Latin America. These include the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, its affiliates the International Development Association and the International Finance Corporation, and the United Nations Special Fund and the Expanded Programme of Technical Assistance. In addition questions relating to the provision of financial assistance to Latin America are dealt with on their merits and in the light of our very heavy commitments within the Commonwealth. For example, as has been recently announced the United Kingdom will, subject to the approval of Parliament, be participating to the 27W extent of a loan of two and a half million pounds in a plan for alleviating the heavy burden of Brazilian liabilities to Western Europe.
As I told the House on 18th May, I believe there is great work for the West to do in helping these countries in order to win the challenge which comes from co-existence.