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35. Study of the Future RN Presence in Hong Kong - Background. There have

been indications during 1988 that retention, until the final handover date, of

some level of RN ship-borne as opposed to land-based capability - will need

further study.

Second, CBF Hong Kong has reported that HE the Governor supports the

view that a longer term RN presence would be desirable, and the Chief Secretary

of the HKG has notified MODUK that the HKG would probably ask for a PC presence

until a very late stage in the withdrawal. Third, the Governor endorsed the

revised Concept of Operations in Dec 88 and stated he foresaw a requirement for

a continuing RN presence afloat until 30 Jun 97. Fourth, the revised Directive

(Reference C and Annex C) places a remit on the Garrison to ensure territorial

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