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Debate between Sheila Gilmore and Lord Swire
Tuesday 29th October 2013

(11 years, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lord Swire Portrait Mr Swire
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It is precisely for that last reason that we urge discussions between the two countries, and I am pleased to report that some progress has been made. Along with other positive measures, both countries have agreed to double bilateral trade by 2014 and India has lifted a ban on direct investment from Pakistan. As the hon. Member for Oldham East and Saddleworth (Debbie Abrahams) said, however, this is a long-running conflict, and we stand by to help; but ultimately it can be resolved only by the two countries in question.

Sheila Gilmore Portrait Sheila Gilmore (Edinburgh East) (Lab)
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5. What recent discussions his Department has had with the Government of Pakistan regarding attacks on Christians in that country.