197
(28713/11)
C
24383
24626 W ||
the Wai-wu Pu would probably be met with a request that
that Government should take steps to prevent exports
of uncertified opium exceeding the requirements of the
markets out of China. He added that in view of the
impossibility of discontinuing the sales in India with-
out three months notice, he could only suggest that, to
meet the situation, Hongkong should be closed to all
uncertified opium except so much as might be required
by the opium farmer.
I am to request that, if Mr. Harcourt has no
objection, Sir F. Lugard may be instructed by telegraph
to state his opinion on Sir J. Jordan's suggestion.
I am to add that the Chinese Customs authorities
have expressed the view, which is shared by Sir J.
Jordan, that it will be extremely difficult, if not
impossible, to prevent the smuggling of opium into
southern China.
I am,
Sir,
Your most obedient,
humble Servant,
Wangen