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family reunion cases and others to whom it is
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under the Orderly Departure Programme.
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5(ii) Your Paragraph 2 (H): We ask what you say about the
deterrent aspect, and understand why you do not wish to
rule repatriation out publicly. However, as I am sure you
realise, we would have to do this if the question was ever
put directly to us (see our telno 444). In the circumstances
it would seem sensible for HKG officials to be adequately
breifed so that they are able to handle questions on the
subject if raised. We suggest adding an extra paragraph to
line to take, on the following lines:-
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"You will be aware that there has recently been speculation
in Hong Kong and elsewhere that forcible repatriation of
refugees to Vietnam is under consideration by the Hong Kong
Government. You should not initiate discussion on this
subject but should know that because of humanitarian
considerations and legal difficulties, HMG consider such an
option in present circumstances could not be justified.
Your Paragraph 3. We shall send draft of FCO Guidance as
soon as available.
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