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small chance of affecting the proposals in a major way, even if
we did not have the serious problems which exist in the British
textile industry.
General
6.
We hope that the Governor's visit will provide an
opportunity to clear up misunderstandings and enable us to be
better informed regarding Hong Kong's case in the continuing
discussions in Brussels.
Background
This is to be found in:
The Governor's letter of 3 September to Mr Murray.
7.
ag A
(i)
ag B
(ii)
Mr Jenkins' submission of 12 September.
Bag C
(iii)
The Secretary of State's minute of 16 September to the
Prime Minister and other colleagues.
ag D
ag E
(iv)
(v)
HKGD's analysis of the Hong Kong 'Government's case, as set
out in the Governor's letter.
Commission breakdown of figures for suppliers of sensitive
products.
(It would not be appropriate to give the Governor
a copy of this document).
23 September 1977
EUROPEAN INTEGRATION DEPARTMENT (EXTERNAL)