TNAG-2588-FCO40-3776-Drug-trafficking-in-Hong-Kong-1992 — Page 26

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CONFIDENTIAL

For decision on

HKC 385/1

8 December 1992

Mr bunten

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XCC(92)181 Copy No. 32

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MEMORANDUM FOR EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

Drug Trafficking (Recovery of Proceeds) Ordinance (Chapter 405)

DRUG TRAFFICKING (RECOVERY OF PROCEEDS) (DESIGNATED COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES) (AMENDMENT) ORDER 1992

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THE PROBLEM

We propose to formally sign an agreement with Malaysia for reciprocal assistance relating to the investigation and prosecution of drug trafficking and the confiscation of the proceeds and instrumentalities of drug trafficking.

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RECOMMENDATION AND ADVICE SOUGHT

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To give effect to the reciprocal Agreement, it is recommended that under section 28 of the Drug Trafficking (Recovery of Proceeds) Ordinance, the Drug Trafficking (Recovery of Proceeds) (Designated Countries and Territories) (Amendment) Order 1992 at Annex A should be made, subject to the approval of the Legislative Council by resolution.

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Members will be asked to advise whether this recommendation should be approved.

BACKGROUND AND ARGUMENT

The Ordinance

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The Drug Trafficking (Recovery of Proceeds) Ordinance, enacted on 12 July 1989, has strengthened our ability to combat domestic and international drug trafficking by providing the means for us to trace, restrain and confiscate the proceeds of drug trafficking. It also provides for the

Executive Council