HC Deb 24 July 1997 vol 298 c729W
Mr. Edward Davey

To ask the President of the Board of Trade what discussions she has had in respect of the multilateral agreement on investment; and if she will make a statement. [9901]

Mrs. Roche

This Government are working hard for a successful conclusion to the negotiations on a multilateral agreement on investment. In addition to regular contact with other Government Departments, there has been contact with representatives of business, labour, environment and other non governmental organisations. As part of the MAI outreach programme the UK has taken an active part in discussions with developing countries with an interst in the agreement.