Written question asked by James Pawsey (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 12 March 1997. It was answered by Jeremy Hanley (Conservative) on Wednesday, 12 March 1997 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question: What action is taken by his Department to promote British-Chinese trade. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mr. Pawsey: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what action is taken by his Department to promote British-Chinese trade. [18327] Mr. Hanley: This Department promotes UK-Chinese trade by working in close co-operation with the Department of Trade and Industry; we actively seek trade opportunities for UK companies, promote British products and services, and provide professional advice and practical assistance to British business men, both in the UK and through the commercial section of our embassy in Peking.

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