26-OCT-1992 11:07
FCO N.T.C.D. LONDON
26-OCT-1992 16:50
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LI TZU could not be
repatriated to the United Kingdom under existing law. Nor would it be reasonable for the United Kingdom to allow all fugitives who have been surrendered to Hong Kong and sentenced to a term of imprisonment there to serve their sentences in the United Kingdom.
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that, with these explanations, the Swiss authorities will permit Hong Kong's request for the return of LI TZU to proceed in accordance with the terms of the Treaty.'
As I say.
the suggested Note,
subject to your views on the terms of I should be grateful if you could arrange for the Ambassador in Berne to take the necessary action. The deadline set by the Swiss is 9 November.
Encls.
(J Munter)
Senior Crown Counsel (International Law)