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(2) the Western countries should take a positive attitude to

accept Vietnamese Refugees stuck in Hong Kong for resettlement;

(3) the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) should

take on the responsibility and fund the expenses incurred on

Vietnamese Refugees in Hong Kong;

(4) if Britain objects to the abolition of Hong Kong being a port

of first asylum, then, the expenses on those Vietnamese

Refugees who arrive in Hong Kong from now onwards will be

borne by the United Kingdom;

(5) when appropriate, the closed centre policy should be reviewed.

On humanitarian grounds, Hong Kong has taken a positive attitude

towards and practical action on the problem of Vietnamese Refugees. But

the threat of a large number of influx refugees should be stopped.

Southern District Board

27.5.88