whatsoever to provide this free and that its
present defence contribution fully discharges
its obligations to contribute towards its own
defence.
?
Acknowledge receipt of (1) and enclose
a copy of Ordinance No. 1 of 1901 for convenience
of reference.
Say that it will be observed
that the contribution of 20 per cent. of the
Colonial revenue is there stated to be a
contribution payable by the Colony in full
return for the annual cost of the Imperial
garrison, including all capital expenditure
required for military lands and buildings.
Say that the Secretary of State considers that
the defence obligations of Hong Kong are
therefore fully compounded by this contribution.
In the circumstances, he therefore cannot
consider communicating with the Colonial
Government in the sense requested by the
Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty.
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