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that the Chinese would regard these reforms as a
first step towards full democratic self-government,
but the reactions would have to be carefully
watched.
B. MEETING WITH UNOFFICIAL MEMBERS OF
EXECUTIVE AND LEGISLATIVE COUNCILS
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The following points were raised by the
Unofficials.
(i)
Constitution The Secretary of State
confirmed that there was no question of
elections to the Legislative Council
though he warned that continued public
criticism must be expected.
(ii) E.E.C.
The Secretary of State explained
the present position and gave an assurance
that Hong Kong's interests would be fully
taken into account and the Hong Kong
Government fully consulted if Britain
decided to negotiate.
(iii) Defence The Secretary of State said
that no final decision had yet been taken
in relation to reducing the garrison;
any reductions would be small. The
Unofficials thought there should be no
withdrawal of troops in the immediate
future because they were under criticism
for agreeing to an increased financial
contribution.
(iv) Governorship The Unofficials asked for
an extension of Sir David Trench's term
of office. A fuller note has been
recorded separately.
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