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frustrated by the rofusal of the Communist Unions to recognise that
Govermont has a role to play in labour relations. Nevertheless,
improvement of conciliation machinery and a strengthening of the of the
Government's Labour Department are matters now under examination.
6. In the face of strong opposition from the Communist controlled
Seanens' Union, a Scanens' Recruitment Office was opened in May, 1966
and is performing a very useful function. It has been of particular value
during the seamons' strike and despite intimidation of seamen, has been
able to provide nost ships sailing from Hong Kong with adequate crews.
Hong Kong Department,
October, 1967.
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