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Mr Walker

CHANCELLOR OF THE DUCHY'S ASIAN/AFRICAN TOUR

I believe Mr Laird mentioned this to the Governor

of the Seychelles last week and promised to let him

know the score the next time he comes into the office.

see 3.

You saw these papers at an earlier stage

E1) are supposed to be coordinating these

arrangements. As I understand it, they have been

waiting for the Prime Minister's approval before

sending a circular telegram round to posts informing

them of the visit. The PM has now approved the tour.

Hong Kong has been consulted on a private basis by

Mr Laird.

P.M. Kelley

P. M. Kelly

20th June 1972

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