SITUATION IN ACEH

Early day motion 1161, tabled 8 May 2003 by Jeremy Corbyn (Labour). Signed by 63 members.

That this House is alarmed at reports of new troop deployment in Aceh by Indonesian forces; understands from published reports that over 2,500 troops supported by aircraft, tanks and amphibians are preparing for a new round of action; requests that the Foreign Secretary make immediate representations to the Indonesian Government to halt the military action, re-state the peace process and allow international observers to visit Aceh; and is further concerned that, despite previous assurances, UK military equipment is being prepared for use in these intended military operations by the Indonesian Government.

Signatures by party: Labour 42, Liberal Democrat 13, Labour/Co-operative 4, Conservative 2, Plaid Cymru 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.