Mr. Jordan quoted some figures indicating that on
economic grounds the US case did not seem strong.
Sir J. Cowperthwaite repeated that Hong Kong was
always ready to consult on trade problems but a cotton
textiles form of arrangement would not be acceptable.
Copies to
Sir A. Snelling
Sir A. Galsworthy
Mr. Gallagher
Mr.
Moreton
Mr. Carter (HKD)
Mr. Dunnett (BOT) - 4 copies
Mr. Collings
Mr. Sewell
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