TNAG-0537-FCO40-632-Strength-of-garrison-in-Hong-Kong-1975 — Page 4

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I attach a draft answer, supplementaries and background note for this question from Mr Frank Hooley which is tabled for brai answer on 11 February. Private Office require the drafts by Thursday lunchtime.

2. I should be grateful for comments or clearance by 1700 on Tuesday. My drafts draw heavily on PQ 17753 of 14 Janmary.

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