16.
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1. We propose however to make substantial reductions in the
level of our forces in Cyprus, and will consider their long-
term future in relation to political developments in the
Republic, in consultation with our allies.
17.
.22 Our Military Facilities Agreement with the Government of
Malta provides for the stationing of some British forces in
the island until its expiry in April 1979.
We shall respect
this.
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23.
There will be no change in our present dispositions in
Gibraltar, Belize or the Falkland Islands for as long as they are
necessary.
24. We propose to make some economies in the Hong Kong garrison
and shall seek larger contribution to its cost from the
Hong Kong Government.
20. We propose no longer to station naval forces permanently in
the Caribbean but shall in future provide any necessary
assistance to the Associated States and dependent territories
there from our NATO forces in the Eastern Atlantic.
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