asked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations and the Colonies if he will make a statement in respect of further developments in the conflict between Indonesia and the Federation of Malaysia as affecting British co-operation in the defence of the Federation.

In the last fortnight Indonesian guerrillas have continued to ignore the cease-fire and have carried out hostile acts at more than a dozen places within Malaysian territory. Operations by the security forces to eliminate these intruders are being intensified.

The Malaysian authorities have reported further Indonesian inspired attempts at terrorism and sabotage in Malaya and Singapore, where there have been eleven bomb explosions in recent weeks.

All these developments further strengthen our resolve to support Malaysia in upholding her independence and territorial integrity.

Arising out of that reply, may I ask the right hon. Gentleman whether there is any evidence of Philippino activity of a violent character? Secondly, will the right hon. Gentleman say whether the conflicts along the frontiers are increasing or decreasing? Thirdly, in view of the recent election which seems to indicate wholehearted support for Malaysia from the Malayan peoples, is a fresh attempt being made to try to secure conciliation in this matter?

There is nothing that we should like better than to see a peaceful solution. I know of no Philippino Intervention.

Will my right hon. Friend take this opportunity of welcoming the statement by the Prime Minister of New Zealand, which was reported in the papers today?

Yes, Sir.