Written question asked by Harry Cohen (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 5 May 1988. It was answered by David Mellor (Conservative) on Thursday, 5 May 1988 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

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Untitled Written question

Question

What discussions have been held with NATO allies on conditions considered necessary for acceptance of proposal made by Fleet Admiral Vladimir Chesnavia, Commander-in-Chief of the Soviet Navy, that Soviet Union & US cut their naval forces in the Mediterranean to 15 warships & 10 support vessels for each side.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

132 c579W

Session

1987-88

Subjects

Armed forces Deployment Arms control USSR Warships USA NATO Mediterranean Sea