4. The British and Hong Kong Governments wish to express their serious concern at the apparent conflict between the ruling of the French courts and the position of the Ministry
of Justice. The case concerns one of the most serious
frauds on a bank ever reported. The corrupt advantages offered and received by bank officials are on an
unprecedented scale. The case is a matter of considerable
The Hong Kong authorities importance to bringing those
public interest in Hong Kong. therefore attach the greatest involved to justice.
5. In these circumstances the British Government acting on behalf of the Government of Hong Kong requests the cooperation and support of the French Government in having the enclosed Gracious Request fully considered by the pertinent authorities.
JH1AWB/2