The Archive · 1926

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(b) satisfactory arrangements should be made between the Chinese Government and the Powers con cerned for the prompt execution of judgments, summonses and warrants of arrest or search concerning Persons under Chinese jurisdiction duly issued by the Chinese courts: and certified by the competent Chi ese authorities, and vice versa.

The fifth recommendation deals with the question of taxation as follows: "Pending the abolition of extraterritoriality the nationals of the Powers concerned should be quired to pay such taxes as may be prescribed in the laws and regul tions duly promulgated by the [competent authorities of the Chinese Government and recognised by the Powers concerned as applicable to] f {their nationals."

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