4. H.M.G. accept that, so far as the negotiations with Canada are concerned, there is a need to reach agreement with the Canadian Government on a basis which would enable trade to continue at a level acceptable to the Government of Hong
Commate Jadedmont can be made with the Canadian authorities which would 1.e. if Camadhan, Kong. They are therefore agreed that, if no other arrange-
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safeguard Hong Kong's position in the Canadian market, it will be necessary to agree to a continuation of the existing restraints, including if necessary their extension to cover polyester/polynosic shirts, for a further period at a level which the Hong Kong authorities are satisfied is the best which can be obtained in the circumstances.
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The negotiations referred to are those which are to take place in Ottawa on September 22 in association with the U.K.