§ Mr. David NicholsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what is his policy on relations with Southern Africa in the light of the Gersony report, sponsored by the United States State Department, on conditions in Mozambique; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MellorWe encourage peaceful solutions to regional problems. Our substantial aid programme contributes to the relief of suffering and the promotion of economic development in Mozambique. The Gersony report bears out our view of RENAMO as responsible for widespread and premeditated atrocities and as lacking any general support amongst the Mozambican people.
§ Mr. David NicholsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what information he has received since 1 January regarding South African-backed incursions into Mozambique; what representations he has made to the South African Government on such matters; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MellorWe have no evidence of recent incursions. We condemn cross-border violations in either direction.