the loss of Hong Kong might mean for the U.K. economy, the Commonwealth office in the material they are preparing would include indications as to what might happen to the Hong Kong economy if there were a prolonged period of heavy Chinese pressure on the Cclony. We in turn would stand ready to add to this in respect of the consequential effects on the U.. economy and financial interests.
6. I am sending copies of this letter and enclosure to the Departments who have been associated with the study to date i.e. D.E.A.
Jenkyns), Board of Trade (Morris), Bank of England (Turner) and Commonwealth office (Carter). If you decide to circulate the paper to the Working Party for discussion we would be very grateful if you could arrange for Bank of England to be given an opportunity to be represented when it is discussed.
(8.H. Wright)
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