§ 36. Mr. NichollsTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether he will make a statement on United Kingdom relations, including trade relations with the Philippines.
§ Mr. GoodladThe United Kingdom and the Philippines enjoy excellent bilateral relations. The improving economic position and the political stability achieved under President Ramos's Administration has provided an excellent basis for the development of bilateral trade. United Kingdom exports to the Philippines increased by almost 50 per cent. in 1993 to £306 million.