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(c) There should be unity amongst the overseas Chinese. Although he did not mention names, he was probably referring to the disagreements and rivalry within the pro-China camp. He suggested that the overseas Chinese should put their own house in order and be friendly with the British people.
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The speeches were followed by singing and dancing which were contributed by the two associations.
I was surprised to find that the formerly independent Chinese music group the Kiu ing Shea's (1) Chinese orchestra also staged a performance and later learned that those who appeared were a section of the group which had turned pro-- China.
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There was no chanting of slogans, not even the usual ones such as "Long live Chairman Hua" or "Long live Chine"
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Immediately before dinner was served, CHEUNG Kam- chuen, i.e. President of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce, came to invite me on behalf of the organisers to go and meet the Ambassador and other members of staff of the Chinese Embassy. As this was done in the full view and within earshot of a large number of people, I had to agree. But when I reached the top tables, the first dish was being served and there was only time enough for me to meet the Consul General. It was MAN Cho-kau(K), Vice Chairman of the Mutual Aid Association, who introduced me. The Consul General was quite surprised to see me. I could see that he had wanted to say something appropriate but could not find the words. kept smiling while I said that it was my good fortune to have the opportunity of meeting him and as a Chinese would usually say in such circumstance - that I would value his advice. When the Ambassador reached my table on his round of toasting, the same fir. Man made it a point to present me to him as he had promised earlier. He was equally surprised but managed to say "very good". I came to the conclusion that contrary to my expectations, the Embassy staff had not been briefed on the personalities of the guests.
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Of the paying participants, a large number were importers of Chinese products. Some of whom openly said they were obliged to put in an appearance on such occasions, the rest were restaurant owners and workers and a few students. Those who knew me were most surprised to see me, some asked who had invited me. My acquaintances who were known to be pro-China remarked that times had changed and that they were
very pleased to see me there.
18. My presence
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