HC Deb 27 November 1996 vol 286 c289W
34. Dr. Goodson-Wickes

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent discussions he has had with his counterpart in Ukraine in respect of United Kingdom-Ukraine relations; and if he will make a statement. [4621]

Sir Nicholas Bonsor

My right hon. and learned Friend the Foreign Secretary last met his Ukranian counterpart, Hennady Udovenko, at the United Nations General Assembly in New York on 27 September.

We are committed to helping Ukraine develop as an independent, democratic and prosperous partner in Europe. This commitment is reflected in frequent high-level contacts, an increase in know how fund aid this year and intensive co-operation in many fields.