§ Mr. Russell Johnstonasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what discussions he has had in his recent meeting with the Egyptian Foreign Minister on future British participation in a reconvened Geneva Conference on the Middle East.
§ Mr. HattersleyThe details of my right hon. Friend's discussions with Mr. Fahmi must remain confidential. The question of participation in a reconvened Geneva Conference is a matter for a number of Governments. As my right hon. Friend the Minister of State told the House on 14th April, if and when Her Majesty's Government receive an invitation it will be carefully considered.