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himself visit Japan for the occasion of the British National Day and is seeking.The Queen's approval that he should act as
Her Majesty's representative. He would also take the opportunit of holding talks in Tokyo with the Japanese Foreign Minister in accordance with the custom established, over the last few years whereby we exchange views with Japan at Foreign Minister level at roughly annual intervals.
I should be grateful if you would seek the approval of the Prime Minister for Mr. Stewart's proposed visit to Japan. Although the composition of the delegation is not yet finally settled it is likely to consist of Sir Denis Greenhill, Mr. James Murray (Head of the Far Eastern Department) Miss E. Booker (Assistant Head of the News Department) Nicholas Barrington, three personal assistants, two detectives. and myself. . Stewart also hopes that Mus, Stewart may accompany,
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I am copying this letter to Brazier (Chief Whip's Office), Townley (Lord President's Office) and Lloyd-Jones (Cabinet Office
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