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say the French, Dutch or German Governments to take a more active interest? It might be that they could help with the substantial UN crop substitution programme which was at present progressing slowly in the "Golden Triangle" area. Mir Law said that he himself had been canvassing this idea in Bangkok and had received a favourable response from the Germans.

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It was agreed that the FCO should consider Ir Lee's proposals urgently, consulting in appropriate quarters, with a view to a further meeting with Mr Lee and Nr Law (who would both meanwhile be remaining in Europe on leave) in the week beginning 21 July. Mr Rumbelow would be returning to Ilong Kong by the beginning of July and would thus be availaui. to give any further background on the matter to the Folitical Adviser.

Hong Kong & Indian Ocean Department

27 June 1975

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