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Lord Goronwy-Roberts said he agreed that, after further consideration, the Governor should decide on the next steps and inform the FCO. On screening, HMG would have to rely on local judgment. The Governor should proceed on the lines which he had
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Hong Kong and Indian Ocean Department 4 July 1974
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