HC Deb 18 November 1987 vol 122 cc591-2W
31. Mr. Dykes

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on his visit to the middle east on 31 October.

Mr. Mellor

My right hon. and learned Friend visited Egypt from 29 October to 1 November and Jordan from 1 to 3 November. He held useful and friendly talks in both countries on international and bilateral issues. Our relations with both Egypt and Jordan are excellent.

65. Mr. Marlow

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on Government policy towards resolution of the middle east conflict.

Mr. Mellor

An international conference remains the most practical way forward to a negotiated settlement of the Arab/Israel dispute. We shall continue to work with others concerned for agreement on modalities for a conference.

88. Mr. Denis Howell

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether he will make a statement on the prospects of a resolution of the Arab/ Israel dispute following his recent visit to the region.

Mr. Mellor

Egypt and Jordan share our view that an international conference remains the most practical way forward. We shall continue to work with others concerned for agreement on modalities for a conference.