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indication that we have told you) the reason for the delay). If this assumption is correct, you presumably should obtain soon the definite reply you have been waiting for.5.We should obviously prefer not to take this up with the Americans through diplomatic channels unless it is quite clear that you are unable to make any progress locally. Perhaps you would, therefore, approach the Consulate again (if you have not already heard from them); if you are still unable to get a definite reply, by all means let us know and we shall refer the matter
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