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Gurkhas
21.
Hong Kong, where the majority of Gurkha battalions are
stationed, is in many ways the Gurkha HQ. New recruits do their
initial training there. A batallion of Gurkhas, not from Hong
Kong, is currently serving in the South Atlantic. Gurkhas are
regular soldiers and an integral part of the British Army.
Vietnamese Refugees
22. HMG have already accepted some 16,000 for resettlement,
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including all quota of 10,000 agreed in 1979.
HMG agreeing to a further quota at this stage.
in Hong Kong awaiting resettlement.
Little hope of
Still some 10,000
We continue to represent
Hong Kong's case to third countries and international organisations.
Hong Kong Government currently reviewing its policy. Considering
closed camps as a deterrent.
Hong Kong and General Department
14 June 1982