§ 80. Mr. CoxTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent discussions he has had with the Sri Lankan Government as to future aid projects; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Chris PattenMy most recent discussions with the Sri Lankan Government took place during my visit in March of this year, when I signed an agreement for the provision of £20 million in reconstruction aid. Last month I met the Sri Lankan Minister of Transport in London to discuss our assistance to the transport sector.
§ 94. Mr. BowisTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether he will make a further statement on British aid to Sri Lanka.
§ Mr. Chris PattenI recently signed an agreement to provide £20 million in reconstruction aid to Sri Lanka. Our programme also includes funding for new projects for the rehabilitation of roads and power facilities in Colombo, and a substantial technical co-operation programme.