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approach to Dewey on 25 May, subject to ExCo's agreement that
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the approach you should emphasise that it is without commitment.
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there is mounting local pressure in Hong Kong against the continuation of the present policy in the light of the massive influx of boat people and the poor prospects of
resettlement for almost all recent arrivals, particularly
ethnic Vietnamese from North Vietnam:
no decisions have been taken, but the Hong Kong
Government are reviewing options in close consultation
with Her Majesty's Government. Both are conscious of their responsibilities to genuine refugees:
if decisions are taken they will need to be taken rapidly. We would intend to discuss any change in policy with UNHCR and other interested parties before it is
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