Written question asked by Lord Avebury (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 23 July 1996. It was answered by Baroness Chalker of Wallasey (Conservative) on Tuesday, 23 July 1996.

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Chalker of Wallasey, RtHonBaroness

Question

What was the outcome of the Consultative Group meeting on Cambodia in Tokyo on 11-12th July; whether any measures were agreed to combat illegal trade in Cambodia's timber and the division of revenues to the Khmer Rouge; what undertakings were received from the Cambodian government, if any, on the preservation of freedom of expression and of assembly; whether future aid is to be conditional on Cambodia's adherence to the principles of good governance and the rule of law, and what additional procedures they and other donors consider necessary for monitoring compliance with these objectives.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

574 c103-4WA

Session

1995-96

Subjects

Development aid Human rights Exports International assistance International organisations Forestry Freedom of expression Timber Khmer Rouge Cambodia