HL Deb 08 March 2001 vol 623 c36WA
Lord Moynihan

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether they intend to co-sponsor or support a resolution at the 57th session of the United Nations Commission on Human Rights drawing attention to China's record on human rights. [HL971]

The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Baroness Scotland of Asthal)

We are discussing with EU partners options for a common EU position towards China at the forthcoming 57th session of the UN Commission on Human Rights. We expect discussions to be finalised by the General Affairs Council on 19 March.