HC Deb 07 April 1981 vol 2 c227W
Mr. McElhone

asked the Lord Privy Seal what discussions have taken place between Her Majesty's Government and Rio Tinto Zinc regarding the proposed copper mine project in Panama.

Mr. Ridley

Several British companies are interested in co-operating with the Panamanian authorities in their development of Panama's resources. Discussions between Government Departments and companies concerning opportunities overseas are held in commercial confidence.

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