§ Mr. Parryasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if Her Majesty's Government will support North Korea's request for negotiations with the United States Government for a permanent peace treaty on the peninsula.
§ Mr. LuceThe termination of the present situation in Korea is primarily a matter for the Koreans themselves. We welcomed the proposals for direct contacts between north and south Korea to discuss peaceful reunification made by President Chun Doo Hwan in 1981 and 1982. It will be recalled that United States forces participated in the hostilities there as part of a United Nations command.
§ Mr. Parryasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what is the policy of Her Majesty's Government towards the peaceful re-unification of Korea; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LuceWe have consistently supported efforts to achieve the peaceful reunification of Korea. The establishment of the necessary confidence and understanding requires direct contact between north and south Korea.