53853/30.
Sir,
12
14 July 1938.
SECRET
11.6.38.
8.6.38.
I am directed by Mr. Secretary MacDonald to
transmit to you, to be laid before the Lords
Commissioners of the Admiralty, a copy of a despatch
from the Governor of Hong Kong, together with a copy of
a personal letter from Sir Geoffry Northcote, regarding
the possibility of negotiating with the Chinese
Government for the sale to the British Government of
the New Territories of Hong Kong or for an extension
of the present lease.
2. The Secretary of State would suggest that,
the matter might most conveniently be considered at an
inter-Departmental meeting to be held as soon as
possible, and he will be glad to learn whether their
Lordships agree in this course.
3. A similar letter is being addressed to the
Foreign Office, War Office and Air Ministry.
I an, Sir,
THE SECRETARY,
ADMIRALTY.
Your most obedient servant,
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