§ Mr. Newensasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he discussed the British rôle in Oman with Saudi leaders during his recent visit to Saudi Arabia; and if any indication was given of the Saudi attitude to the British involvement.
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§ Mr. EnnalsDuring his recent visit to Saudi Arabia my right hon. Friend discussed with Saudi leaders many aspects of the political situation in the Middle East, including British assistance to Oman. My right hon. Friend is not at liberty to disclose details of the conversations, but there was a close identity of view.
§ Mr. Newensasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he discussed the British rôle in Oman or any other aspect of the Omani situation with leaders of the United Arab Emirates during his recent visit; and if any indication was given of their attitude towards recent developments in the fighting in Dhofar.
§ Mr. EnnalsDuring his recent visit to the United Arab Emirates my right hon. Friend discussed with UAE Ministers many aspects of the political situation in the Middle East, including British assistance to Oman. UAE Ministers welcomed, as did my right hon. Friend, news that the rebellion in Dhofar was virtually at an end.