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an aeroplane factory in Hong Kong to either China or Jaran, though only completed aircraft were to come under that ban.
It is not unlikely that the Japanese would attack this
aeroplane on the ground that it was being used to convey
aeroplane parts to a factory engaged in assembling
aeroplanes for sale to China. On the other hand the view
was expressed in your despatch under reference that the
establishment of aeroplane factories in Burma would be
welcome from the point of view of Imperial Defence.
3.
I do not conceal from myself the conclusion
that such action on the part of the Japanese forces might
lead to international difficulties. But that notwithstanding
I hope that you will not object to consent being given to
this request.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient, humble servant,
1. C.S. Martinct
Governor.