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the NTF. Use of a NTF, based on a CVS, to effect the final withdrawal
and support the Garrison operationally during the final period of the
drawdown attracts operational and presentational advantages:
a.
Command and Control.
Inclusion of a suitable C31 platform
within a NTF would allow the maximum rundown of on-shore
facilities, while keeping available the full range of command and
control facilities afloat. This would provide CBF and the
Governor with the flexibility of transferring their governmental
and command functions afloat when appropriate.
b.
Mobility.
The NTF would have the ability to stand off-
shore, within Hong Kong waters or over the horizon: providing a
considerable range of deployment and profile options that could
be adapted to reflect and respond to the on-shore and political
situation as necessary.
C.
CVS and Helicopter Support.
Inclusion of
of a CVS with
embarked helicopters in the NTF would allow the Garrison's Wessex
and Scout helicopters to cease operational flying prior to the
final handover: in order for their timely preparation for
disposal or back-loading to UK.
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d.
Taking on
responsibility
for the
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