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throughout Malaya and elsewhere in the Far East, it has in the past been generally speaking the desire of Chinese parents who could afford it to have their sons educated in Chinese Universities. It is likely, however, that many of them will not wish their sons to proceed to Communist-controlled universities, and Hong Kong University, it is felt, may become increasingly important to Chinese who are anxious for their sons to secure their higher education in a Chinese atmosphere. This situation, it is thought, may well more than offset for Hong Kong University any loss of students due to the creation of the University of Malaya.
6. In the above paragraphs have been set out briefly some of the considerations against which the grant of financial and other assistance to the University should, in the Secretary of State's opinion, be viewed. When the Council's delegation visits Hong Kong University next spring, it will have a full opportunity of discussion with the University authorities of certain projects for rehabilitation and for the provision of other essential needs, and with the considerations set out above in mind
Mr. Creech Jones trusts that the Council's goodwill and support may be assured for such recommendations as its visitors may see fit to make on their return.
I am
Sir,
Your obedient servant,
(Lyd) J. B. Sidebotham.
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