§ Mr. LlwydTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on relations with Taiwan; and what plans he has to visit the country. [25158]
§ Mr. HanleyHer Majesty's Government have no formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan. Informal links in trade, investment, tourism and educational exchanges have increased and improved in recent years.
I also refer the hon. Member to my response during the Adjournment debate on our relations with Taiwan on 13 March, Official Report, columns 940–47.
Neither I nor my right hon. and learned Friend the Foreign Secretary have plans to visit Taiwan.