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concession would not change the practical situation, then the

fact that the Hong Kong Government want it, largely for prestige

reasons, should not make us doubt our own judgement.

I have spoken to Commercial Relations and Exports Division

of the DTI who have agreed to ensure that Marine Division take

into account the wider interests of DTI, particularly the

underground railway.

Meanwhile we await the reply from No 10.

16 November 1972

Copy to:

Mr Foggon

CMT Wilford

M & TD

or

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A C Stuart

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Ocean Department

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