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would be required to prevent it taking place. October will in any case be a month of intense political discussion in Hong Kong. Lord Chalfont chairing a conference in the margins of the Trade Fair will only be a drop in the ocean. I am inclined to say that the holding of the conference, and Lord Chalfont's decision on whether to chair it, is a matter for those directly concerned. Before going back to Lord Chalfont, however, I would be grateful if you could consult the Governor and let me know what your views
are.
6. As you probably know, the conference is organised by Seatrade (Chairman, Themistocles Vokos) through their subsidiary H.K. Trade Fairs Ltd (Managing Director, Derek Dickins).
with bear wisher,
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D C Wilson
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