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Written question asked by Lord Kinnock (Labour) on Monday, 19 October 2015, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 2 November 2015. It was answered by Lord O'Neill of Gatley (Conservative) on Monday, 2 November 2015 on behalf of the Treasury.


Iron and Steel: China

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what discussions the Chancellor of the Exchequer has had, during and since his recent official visit to China, with the government of China and Chinese industrialists about steel production and trade; whether, in those discussions, the Chancellor of the Exchequer has raised the issue of steel products dumping; and if so, what response he has received.

Answer

There has been very substantial ministerial engagement with the Chinese government in recent months, both here and in China.

During the course of those meetings, developments in the steel market were discussed on numerous occasions,including in discussions between the Prime Minister, Chancellor and President Xi during the State Visit. It was also raised by the Business Secretary.

Our relationship with China includes regular discussions of the market reforms needed to underpin growth in both our countries. This Chinese State Visit is delivering over £30bn of trade and investment deals.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2701
Session
2015-16
Subjects
China Iron and steel Production Trade
Link
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