CO129-517-1 Administration and function of Chinese Maritime customs- prevention of smuggling across Chinese frontiers 7-2-1929 - 15-11-1929 — Page 126

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to see the Commissioner. It hardly ever comes

into Court.

Sir Joseph Kemp: It is very unusual, of course, to enforce the Revenue laws of another State.

His Excellency: That is definitely part of the bargain. I think you had better revis. Article 14.

Article XV.

That is necessary of course.

Article XVI

Five years seems a very short

period. Do you not think 10 years would be

better?

Ir. Maze: I have no objection; but with the curious situation in China

His Excellency: That is all the more reason.

My view is that this Agreement will not succeed unless we all work closely together. I, therefore, wish to see a Britisher at the Head of the Kowloc Customs, because I think a Britisher is more likely to be able to co-operate with the Hong Kong Government. As regards the rest of the personnel, I do not wish to tie you down in any way.

Hr. Mazo: I am not suggesting to have anyone but a European; but it may be sometimes difficult to get an efficient man.

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