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4. It has been longstanding government policy that the force
levels in Hong Kong should be determined solely by the defence
requirements of the Colony and that Hong Kong should not be used as
a base for UK operations elsewhere. There would otherwise be a
risk of political complications regarding China and of internal
controversy over the existing financial contribution from Hong
Kong to the cost of the Garrison. For these reasons the 700
would always be consulted before C3F is given any additional minor
comitments; the FCO in turn would consult with the Governor
providing there was sufficient time.
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