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prominent reference to this problem, and British diplomatic missions in the capitals of major donor countries have been

lobbying for increased contributions. Since 1989 the United

Kingdom has contributed more than £56 million towards a solution

of the Vietnamese Migrant problem.

CONCLUSION

The Government remain determined to fulfil their obligation to administer Hong Kong fairly and effectively up to 1 July 1997; and to do everything possible to ensure the continued success of

Hong Kong beyond that date. The appointment of Rt Hon Christopher

Patten as the last Governor of Hong Kong underlines the priority which the Government give to Britain's responsibilities in Hong

Kong. The Government welcome the Committee's intention to conduct

a further enquiry into Hong Kong during 1993.

Foreign and Commonwealth Office

24 March 1993

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