France: Bilateral Defence Co-operation Debate
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Baroness Gardner of Parkes
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France: Bilateral Defence Co-operation
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Lord Howell of Guildford
I am sorry to hear the noble Lord’s comments on the French policy on record at the time. It is not for me to defend or to elaborate on France’s policy. All I can say in the present situation is that we are working in very close co-operation with our French friends. We regard them as close friends, and certainly in relation to Tunis and the other problems in north Africa, we are finding excellent co-operation.
Baroness Gardner of Parkes
Does the Minister know that today the French ambassador in London is saying farewell after a very successful term of office here? Does he think that that was an important example of diplomatic relations, which we hope will continue?
Lord Howell of Guildford
Most certainly I do. He has been an excellent ambassador for his country.