§ Mr. Clemitsonasked the Secretary of State for Defence (1) what percentage of the cost of maintaining forces in Hong Kong is paid by the Hong Kong Government; and what proportion their contribution represents of the gross national product of Hong Kong;
(2) what is the total annual cost of maintaining forces in Hong Kong.
§ Mr. William RodgersThe total annual cost of the Hong Kong garrison is now about £40 million and of this the Hong Kong Government contribute about 25 per cent. This represents less than 1 per cent. of the Hong Kong gross national product.
§ Mr. Clemitsonasked the Secretary of State for the Defence how many members of Her Majesty's forces are at present stationed in Hong Kong.
§ Mr. William Rodgers10,700.