§ Dr. TongeTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what assistance the UK is providing for East Timor's civil and foreign service. [135072]
§ Mr. Battle[holding answer 30 October 2000]Ten members of East Timor's future diplomatic service will attend a four-week training course in the UK from 4 November to 5 December. We have also made a commitment to assist with civil service training for the newly established National Council in the New Year.