HC Deb 23 January 2002 vol 378 c854W
Tony Baldry

To ask the Prime Minister (1) what discussions he had with the Indian Government on his recent visit concerning the BAE Systems bid to supply Hawk jets; and if he will make a statement. [28301]

(2) what discussions he held with the Pakistani Government on his recent visit concerning United Kingdom arms sales; and if he will make a statement. [28294]

The Prime Minister

During my recent visits to India and Pakistan, I discussed a wide range of issues of mutual interest with the Governments of both countries. These covered a number of defence and security matters including defence export opportunities. The Government continue to support the proposals that BAE systems has made for the supply of Hawk jets to India.