HL Deb 15 February 1977 vol 379 c1532WA
The Earl of SELKIRK

asked Her Majesty's Government:

How many sovereign countries were recognised in 1945 and how many are recognised today.

Lord GORONWY-ROBERTS

In 1945 His Majesty's Government recognised the Governments of 67 independent countries. At present Her Majesty's Government recognise the Governments of 156 independent countries.