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With which British interests in the Far East are so closely
involved. H. M.G. have weighed the many serious considerations
which affect this problem, and I have kept under constant review
the prospect of being able to advise the rescinding or
f
modification of the decision reached last year. I regret that
such a prospect is not yet in sight, and I have to ask that the
signatories of the letter and those for whom they speak will have
confidence that the separation from their families will not be
maintained any longer than is made necessary by the uncertainty of
the international situation in the Far East and the overriding
demands of the defence of Hong Kong.
I have etc.
(signed)