CO129-552-6 Traffic of arms to China 2-1-1935 - 27-12-1935 — Page 133

No. 1174. (164/23/35)

Sir,

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BRITISH EKBASSY,

ROME.

October 7th, 1935.

(F

in 113)

ふ

With reference to your despatch No.992 (P 5538/60/10)

of the 2nd September regarding the passage through Hong Kong

of arms destined for China, I have the honour to transmit to

you herewith a translation of a communication from the Italian

Government, taking note of the information contained in the

Note Verpale which I addressed to them in accordance with the

instructions contained in your despatch under reference and

stating that copies of the export permits issued by the

competent Italian authorities will, as suggested in your

despatch, be supplied to this Embassy for transmission to the

Governor of Hong Kong.

I have the honour to be, with the highest respect,

sir,

Your most obedient, humble Servant,

(SD) ERIC DRUMMOND.

The Right Honourable

Sir Samuel Hoare, G.C.S.I., G.D.E., C.M.G.,

etc., etc., etc.