Speech at Luncheon in Honour of Hong Kong Delegation to the British Industries Pair 15th May, 1950.
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As you will probably know, I am expecting
to leave in a week's time for the Far East. I
had great hopes of being able to include Hong
Kong in my tour and was looking forward to
meeting all those in that Colony who are
tackling so resourcefully a very difficult and
complex situation. I deeply regret that the
short time at my disposal will not now allow me
to visit Hong Kong and I am therefore all the
more grateful, Mr. Chairman, for your kindness
in inviting me to be the guest of honour at
your luncheon today, and for giving me the
opportunity of meeting our friends from Hong
Kong who have come to Englang-to show us what,
despite difficulties and troubles, the Colony
has to contribute to world trade. And it is
no small contribution.
In
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