HONG KONG
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Arrangements for accepting Japanese surrender and restoration of British Administration.
Suggested question to the
5.& S. for the Colonies
"Is H.M.G. taking action to restore the British Administration in Hong Kong as soon as they receive the Japanese surrender in the Colony?"
Suggested answer:-
"Yes, Sir. As stated by the Foreign Secretary on Monday, arrangements are being made for the Japanese
surrender in Hong Kong to be accepted
by a British Force Commander.
for re-establishing British
Plans
Administration in the Colony are fully prepared.