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but we will continue to watch the situation and see

whether any changes need to be made in order to cover it.

Mr. DESMOND LEE: Sir, is. it possible to carry out

investigations across the Chinese border in case an

employer absconds or transfers property to mainland China?

SECRETARY FOR EDUCATION AND MANPOWER: Sir, I do not think it ispossible for us to carry out investigations in China.

If appropriate, we can, of course, seek help from the

Chinese authorities.