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that HMG did not support what the Hong Kong Government were
doing. In the present state of our relations with Hong
Kong on textiles, currency and traffic rights, I do not
think we would wish openly to disagree with them on yet
another issue. In the circumstances I can only suggest that
the Minister should not take the initiative in asking
Rediffusion to call on him again. But if they do ask for
an appointment then I suggest that, whilst expressing
sympathy and a continuing willingness to assist if possible,
the Minister should in general follow the lines of
Mr Kidd's letter.
22 September 1972
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R B Crowson Hong Kong and Indian Ocean Department
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