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HAGDB Mr Monce
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HONG KONG: NEW MEASURES AGAINST ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS
Apr Mr. Williamon J8.12
DA
1. The Hong Kong Government introduced tougher measures against
illegal immigrants from China at the end of October. They have so
far proved successful and have been well received in Hong Kong.
2. There is, however, one group, called the Wanderers Association,
who claim to represent illegal immigrants from China and who have
threatened to lobby the Prime Minister, The Queen and others in this
country.
3.
I discussed this with the Governor when I was in Hong Kong
recently and he urged that the Association should not be seen here
either at Ministerial or official level. The group is not represent-
ative and is a Taiwan-backed body. I hope, therefore, that any
pressure to see these people can be resisted. If this becomes
difficult, I should be grateful if you would let me know.
FED agree.
4.
I should also be grateful if you would pass this message to No 10.
I attach a draft letter.
Blin
4 December 1980
R D Clift
Hong Kong & General Department
Cc:
PS/Mr Blaker
Mr Donald
FED News Dept
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