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the refugee burden. The UK's political concerns in the region are
thus being met as are its commercial interests. The refugee problem
has been contained, but remains a cause of serious concern and the
need to find effective durable solutions remains paramount. The UK
contribution to the relief efforts remains appropriate to its
resources and its degree of involvement in the region, and in step
with those of its allies.
SOUTH EAST ASIAN DEPARTMENT
FOREIGN AND COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
NOVEMBER 1986
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