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6.
Remarks such as Hua's at recent press conference helpful,
but cannot solve this practical problem. If proposed solution
not acceptable, another will have to be found fairly soon.
Otherwise Hong Kong will not be able to play its part in
China's modernisation programme.
7. In the meantime it is, of course, important to maintain
confidentiality about these exchanges.
Official Chinese Representation in Hong Kong (if raised)
8. In British view official representation still not
appropriate. Might be misunderstood and therefore damaging
to business confidence.
9. Hong Kong Government ready to help find solutions to any
practical problems that cannot be solved under present informal
arrangements.
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