Written question asked by Rudi Vis (Labour) on Tuesday, 10 April 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 1 May 2001. It was answered by Brian Wilson (Labour) on Tuesday, 1 May 2001 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 make a statement on HM Government's relations with Syria. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mr. Gardiner: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on Her Majesty's Government's relations with Syria. [158635] Dr. Vis: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on Her Majesty's Government's relations with Syria. [158642] Mr. Wilson: The UK and Syria enjoy good and friendly bilateral relations, based on an active and broadening programme of co-operation in support of Syria's stated objective of modernisation. We also conduct a full and wide-ranging dialogue with Syria on regional issues, as part of our broader aim to promote regional stability and encourage the constructive engagement of all parties in pursuit of a just, comprehensive and lasting peace.

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