Secondly, defence costs. Lord Glenarthur has asked me to point out that it has long been accepted that Hong Kong should contribute to the cost of its security. The apportionment of 65:35 under the new Defence Costs Agreement, which the Governor signed in London on 20 July, represents a significant improvement
It is the for Hong Kong on the previous apportionment of 75:25. outcome of long and tough negotiations, reflecting the constraints and requirements of both sides. It should also be remember that the costs of the garrison to Hong Kong will decrease in line with reductions in the size of the garrison in the years up to 1997.
Yours Sincerely
Han Pauk
AR PAUL
HONG KONG DEPARTMENT