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6.
No evidence to suggest that third countries will seek to differentiate between BCS and BDTCs in immigration controls.
Less likely as a result of nomenclature change. HMG will make
it clear that Hong Kong's status and relationship with UK not
changed by the Act, and will continue to protect Hong Kong's interests, and those of BDTC's travelling abroad.
7.
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Unofficials have always stressed they were not seeking right of
entry. They asked for change of nomenclature, and decision
meets this request.
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