TNAG-1842-FCO40-2617-House-of-Commons-Select-Committee-on-Foreign-Affairs-enquiry-1989 — Page 98

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UNHCR

SUPPORT FOR UNHCR

We announced in September a contribution of £1 million towards

Have also confirmed that we shall UNHCR expenditure in Hong Kong. contribute a further £1 million in 1989. Tangible evidence of our concern to relieve Hong Kong's problem in every way open to us.

UNHCR

Close consultation with UNHCR on all aspects of the new policy. Screening is on basis of established international criteria. can monitor screening, assist in appeals, have access to all boat

people.

UNHCR have appealed for financial contributions towards programme of returnees. We have announced we will contribute $US125,000. Hong Kong Government contributing similar sum.

ARTICLE IN TIMES BY EX-UNHCR LEGAL CONSULTANT SIMON RIPLEY

Do not agree with the article. Firmly believe way ahead lies in screening and repatriation to Vietnam of those who are not refugees.

Hong

We and Hong Kong Government attach great importance to carrying out screening procedures in accordance with UNHCR guidelines. Kong authorities committed to cooperating fully with UNHCR.

UNHCR have sought clarification of results of some screening cases. Hong Kong authorities have provided UNHCR with full details,

All these cases are and have discussed these cases with UNHCR. still subject to appeal and no final decisions have been taken

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