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the forces play a major part in efforts to stem illegal immigration. We can, therefore understand the Governor's wish to ensure that he is fully equipped with the necessary powers to deal with this very difficult problem. But this said, we must satisfy the concern expressed by our Ministers. I should be very grateful, therefore, for your urgent comments. In the meantime as your staff know, CAPIC Hong Kong will be continuing to operate in accordance with existing directions which are founded on the 1958 Geneva Convention.
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Your sincerely,
Anthony Crags
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