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Written question asked by Baroness King of Bow (Labour) on Wednesday, 25 November 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 1 December 1998. It was answered by Tony Lloyd (Labour) on Tuesday, 1 December 1998 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, If he will comment on the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. (Failed OPQ)
Answer

Ms Oona King: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. [61416] Mr. Tony Lloyd: Britain is working hard for peace. We are actively encouraging all states involved in the fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo to pursue a negotiated settlement. We have made it clear that there can be no military solution. Only a process of dialogue and negotiation can bring about a settlement that will last.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
61416; 321 c160W
Session
1998-99
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Armed conflict Peace negotiations Democratic Republic of the Congo