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(ii) We should not attempt to bargain with the Chinese or to
establish a firm price with them for Mr. Grey's release.
(iii) In particular we should not at present consider releasing
convicted prisoners in return for Mr. Grey's release.
(iv) We should continue a policy of firmness while taking
what further steps we can to assist de-escalation.
(v) We should invite the Governor on his return to
(vi)
re-examine the situation and review the possibility of
releasing all the remaining detainees and the need
for the continuation of emergency powers taken during
confrontation.
We should now damp down publicity on the Grey case
in the belief that the Chinese will be more likely
to release him when not apparently under pressure.
Copies to:
Sir A. Galsworthy
Sir J.
Johnston
Mr. W. S. Carter
Mr. James Murray Mr. Baker
To turrel
(J. O. Moreton)
12 December 1968.
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