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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. In addition, the landing craft of a LPD
assault squadron could provide the capability of ship/shore
movement for the embarkation of personnel and vehicles or the
deployment of troops, if required.
C. CVS and Helicopter Support.
Embarked helicopters in the
NTF will allow the Garrison's Wessex and Scout helicopters to
cease operational flying prior to the final handover. This will
facilitate their timely preparation for final disposal or
possible back-loading to UK.
d.
Integrity and Security of Hong Kong Territorial Waters....
The NTF would be able to assist the HK patrol craft with the
maintenance of the integrity and security of Hong Kong waters to
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