HL Deb 07 December 1972 vol 337 c460WA
LORD BARNBY

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What was the amount of financial aid and subvention extended to Pakistan for the years between 1968 and 1970, and what, if any, is the budget for 1973 and 1974; further, what is the total outstanding indebtedness and to what extent, if any, is repayment in arrears as against original arrangements.

BARONESS TWEEDSMUIR OF BELHELVIE

The following is the information requested on British financial aid to Pakistan:

payment during the three years beginning July 1, 1974. The aid budget for 1973 and 1974 is under consideration. We intend to discuss future aid arrangements with other donors and with Pakistan at the next meeting of the Pakistan Consortium which it is hoped will take place early next year.