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3. THESE REPORTS ARE CAUSING A GREAT DEAL OF CONCERN IN HONG KONG, PARTICULARLY IN VIEW OF THE SERIOUS DISRUPTION WHICH THE TRADE IS ALREADY EXPERIENCING WITH EXPORTS TO FRANCE (SEE M.I.P.T). WE SHOULD BE GRATEFUL FOR URGENT CLARIFICATION. IT IS NECESSARY FOR US TO MAKE OFFICIAL STATEMENT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
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