§ 23. Mr. Temple-Morrisasked the Secretary of State for Defence whether he has had any discussions with the United States Defence Secretary on the Central Treaty Organisation and the security of the Persian Gulf; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MulleyI have had no recent discussions on CENTO with the United States Defence Secretary. In the light of the decision by Turkey, Iran and Pakistan to withdraw from the Alliance we shall need to consider with our Allies how we might continue to contribute to the stability of the region.