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16th. March, 1946.

Following from Chiefs of Staff.

Reference your TOO 111140 and 180644.

H.M.G. has decided that the return of the Civil Governor to Hong Kong is to be deferred until 1st. May, 1946.

2. The change from military to civil administration is to be deferred accordingly.

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