In regard to the Secretariat it is pointed out that not more than one person can function at the head of this department, which is an essential part of the municipal administrative machinery, It is considered that there is no justification for the appointment of a further high oficial to the Secretariat at the present time. The present Japanese Deputy Secretary has direct access to both the Chairman and. the Secretary-General and can communicate directly with heads of departments in all matters affecting Japanese interes!
It is, however, readily agreed that the Japanese Deputy Secretary should attend all important conferences at which matters affecting the Japanese community in any way are discussed or decided, and it is further pointed out that he is, of course, also entitled to be kept informed in regard to all aspects of the municipal administration, whether particularly affecting the Japanese community or not. It is considered that any change in rank would be an embarrassment, as giving an impression of dual control in an important Council department.
In conclusion, it is again emphasized that the proposals contained in the Council's reply are made with a genuine and sympathetic desire to meet legitimate Japanese aspirations.
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