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Anglo-Nigerian Trade

Volume 728: debated on Thursday 12 May 1966

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asked the President of the Board of Trade what is the expected effect on Anglo-Nigerian trade of Nigeria's association with the European Economic Community; and whether he will make a statement.

I understand that negotiations have been concluded between the E.E.C. Commission and the Nigerian Government on the terms of a draft agreement. Details have not yet been published and we do not know when it may be brought into operation. I cannot therefore estimate the effect on our trade with Nigeria.