§ 26. Mr. BaldryTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what discussions he has had with the South African Government concerning the economic crisis in Zimbabwe. [154113]
§ Mr. WilsonI discussed our concerns over Zimbabwe with South Africa's Deputy Foreign Minister on 6 March. We welcome President Mbeki's expressed intention to meet President Mugabe soon to discuss the situation in Zimbabwe.
§ 29. Mr. FabricantTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on bilateral relations with Zimbabwe. [154116]
§ Mr. WilsonGiven the long shared history between our two countries, we would wish to have better relations with the Government of Zimbabwe. But that is not possible while the Government of Zimbabwe pursue their current policies, which are damaging the economy of the country and its international reputation.