CO129-553-3 Anti-piracy measures 7-3-1935 - 4-11-1935 — Page 59

INTER-DEPARTMENTAL CONFERENCE TO DISCUSS

THE POSSIBILITY OF REINFORCING MEASURES

TO COMBAT PIRACY OFF THE CHINA COAST.

Main Items for discussion;

1. Search of passengers.

2.

Grilles.

3.

Armed guards.

4.

Action by ships officers and crews.

5.

V/T routines and communications.

6.

7.

8.

Grant of certificates to ships according to degree

of protection afforded.

Action by H.M. Ships and aircraft.

Co-operation with the Chinese Government.

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