134 air frames by sea. It is possible that the Japanese might obviate the transport difficulties, inherent regarding aircraft, by disembarking Fleet Air Arm aircraft from their Carriers and embarking military aircraft required for the first flight. It is suggested that paragraph 36 of the Singapore appreciation should be amended in the light of the foregoing remarks. HONG KONG. The Position of Portugal when Great Britain is at war. (Paper No: J.I.C.6. Para. 7(a) of Covering Note and Para. 2 of Hong Kong Appreciation).