Anglo-Nigerian Trade

45.

Mr. Biggs-Davison
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.

Mr. Mason
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.