§ Mr. Nicholas Wintertonasked the Lord Privy Seal whether he has any plans to visit Oman in the near future; and, if so, if he will seek to have discussions about the possibility of British forces being stationed in Oman.
§ Mr. HurdMy right hon. Friend has no firm plans to visit Oman in the near future, though he hopes to do so before long.
There are no plans for British troops to be stationed permanently in Oman. We continue to provide loan service personnel for the Omani armed forces and to arrange joint exercises from time to time.