§ Mr. David AtkinsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what account is being taken of the situation in Kosovo in determining diplomatic recognition of Serbia by the European Union. [13444]
§ Sir Nicholas BonsorMember states of the European Union, in considering recognition of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, are taking full account of the situation in Kosovo. The development of good relations between the FRY and the EU and the FRY's position within the international community after recognition would depend, inter alia, on full respect for human rights, including minority rights, and the granting of a large degree of autonomy for Kosvo within the FRY.