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Shipping, paragraph inclusive, Captain Thomsett shows how rapidly the commerce of this place is increasing.

3.

In paragraph 9, he has touched on a subject which is at present engaging the attention of this Government. The Chamber of Commerce has suggested the establishment of an Import and Export office similar to the one in Singapore, and I am now considering the expediency of introducing an Ordinance dealing with the question. I will report later the decision which is finally come to.

I have the honour to be,

Your Sir,

Your Most Obedient Humble Servant,

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