§ Mr. Nigel JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs when he next expects to meet representatives of the Government of Botswana; and what issues will be discussed. [4283]
§ Mr. BradshawThere are no plans at present for the Foreign Secretary to meet with Government representatives of Botswana. British Ministers and officials meet their Botswanan counterparts regularly. Most recently, my right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary met President Mogae in London on 28 June.
§ Mr. Nigel JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on relations with(a) Botswana and (b) Namibia. [4282]
§ Mr. BradshawThe United Kingdom maintains a high level of official and ministerial contact with Botswana and Namibia, which ensures that bilateral relations with both countries are open and cordial.