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to see the Commissioner. It hardly ever comes
into Court.
Sir Joseph Kemp: It is very unusual, of course, to enforce the Revenue laws of another State.
His Excellency: That is definitely part of the bargain. I think you had better revis. Article 14.
Article XV.
That is necessary of course.
Article XVI
Five years seems a very short
period. Do you not think 10 years would be
better?
Ir. Maze: I have no objection; but with the curious situation in China
His Excellency: That is all the more reason.
My view is that this Agreement will not succeed unless we all work closely together. I, therefore, wish to see a Britisher at the Head of the Kowloc Customs, because I think a Britisher is more likely to be able to co-operate with the Hong Kong Government. As regards the rest of the personnel, I do not wish to tie you down in any way.
Hr. Mazo: I am not suggesting to have anyone but a European; but it may be sometimes difficult to get an efficient man.
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