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the Chinese out about their attitude towards
Korea,
DSR 11C
A
12. In discussing South Asia, Mr Atkins might stress the pivotal role of India and the contribution which better Sino-Indian and Indo-Pakistani relations from Sino could make in countering Soviet influence in the region (Brief no ). He could enquire
Pred
about the outcome of the Sino-Indian talks which began in December. On the Middle East (Brief no Mr Atkins could explain our views and policies and seek a renewal of previous offers of support for EC moves to achieve a peaceful settlement. Chinese leverage is limited but their support could be helpful. The Chinese may wish to discuss Southern Africa and Soviet influence there (Brief no
>.
Huang Hua could also give a report on his recent visit to West Africa, If time permits some multilateral issues could be touched on, including, the UN (the Chinese continue to oppose a third term for Dr Waldheim) and North-South issues, where Chinese participation at Cancun has recently increased their interest (Brief no
).
13. At some point the Chinese could raise the question of aid or disaster relief for China (Brief no ). We supported the idea of a modest EC contribution
to disaster relief should the Chinese launch an
appeal; the question of a small bilateral aid programme is currently under consideration.
Bilateral Issues
14. The main topic will be Hong Kong (Brief no
The Lord Privy Seal could express satisfaction at the general state of relations over Hong Kong,
pleasure that the Chinese Visa Office has now been
).
/satisfactorily
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