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'Today the leaders of both countries held far-
reaching talks in a friendly atmosphere on the
future of Hong Kong. Both leaders made clear
their respective positions on this subject.
They agreed to enter into talks through diplomatic
channels following the visit with a common aim
of maintaining the stability and prosperity
of Hong Kong.
4.
In talking to the press later, in Peking and Hong Kong,
the Prime Minister underlined HMG's commitment to the
people of Hong Kong as well as the importance that she
attaches to their views on the future of the Territory.
September 1982