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The majority of them arrived in Hong Kong in 1989, with the remaining in 1988, 1990, 1991 and 1996.

The two groups brought the total number repatriated on ORP flights to 6,125 since November 1991.

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Monitors' report submitted to CS

The monitors appointed to observe the Orderly Repatriation Programme operation this (Tuesday) morning have submitted their report to the Chief Secretary.

The two monitors comprised a non-official Justice of the Peace, Professor Chen Char-nie; and representative from a non-government organisation, Ms Gilla Nemayechi of Medecins Sans Frontieres.

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Hong Kong Monetary Authority tender results

*

Tender date

Paper on offer

Issue number

Issue date

Maturity date

Coupon

Amount applied

Amount allotted

Average yield accepted

15 Oct 1996

EF bills

Q642

16 Oct 1996

15 Jan 1997

HK$11,430 MN

HK$1,500 MN

5.09 PCT

Highest yield accepted

5.10 PCT

Pro rata ratio

Average tender yield

About 3 PCT

5.11 PCT