Written question asked by Simon Hughes (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 31 July 1997. It was answered by Baroness Beckett (Labour) on Thursday, 31 July 1997 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: What plans she has to develop Britain's trading relationship with India. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Mr. Simon Hughes: To ask the President of the Board of Trade what plans she has to develop Britain's trading relationship with India. [10055] Mrs. Beckett: I have already made clear my strong commitment to strengthening the Indo-British partnership. A major trade exhibition--towards 2000--is being held in October this year at the time of the state visit of HM the Queen and HRH the Duke of Edinburgh. I will be visiting India myself later in the year. A promotional campaign is also planned in the UK to raise awareness of the opportunities in India among small to medium companies. I am confident that this activity will contribute significantly to meeting the target of £5 billion that has been set for two-way trade by 2000.

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