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attention of the FCO who will take it into account.
The
importance of the Brunei battalion for the reinforcement
of Hong Kong, and the evident undesirability of any reper-
cussions for the DCA, are points to which full recognition
will continue to be paid in the MOD's consideration of
policy on Brunei.
3. We will of course keep you in touch with developments on
Brunei but, co you will be aware, it is likely to be several
months yet before final decisions on this are reached.
3.
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