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3. U.S. reply is interpreted to mean that they recognise British desire to send forces, but are themselves anxious to keep clear of all political implications vis a vis the Chinesc. H.M.G. have not repetition not of course any intention of negotiating with Chinese for entry of British forces, U.S. C.0.3. have been requested to release from British control at time of Japanese surrender such naval forces as you require for the tasks you will be instructed to perform.
4. Force for initial entry into Hong Kong should be assembled forthwith and sailed ready to make immediate entry as soon as orders are reucived from H.M.G. A.M. 141500, para. E, refers.
5. In anticipation of Australian agreement to the use of their troops for the occupation of Hong Kong, second force should now be assemblod ready to embark them.
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