SECRET
(continuance indefinitely of present arrangements)
a)
b)
ANNEX A
'HMG acknowledge the PRC's well-known position on
Hong Kong. The two sides have agreed that a minimum
of x (eg 15) years notice would be given of any
intention to change the arrangements under which
Hong Kong is administered at present'
OR
'Without prejudice to the PRC's position on Hong Kong,
HMG and the PRC have agreed etc
OR
c)
HMG and the PRC both support the future prosperity
and further development of Hong Kong and acknowledge
the need for confidence to be maintained.
prejudice etc...
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Without
SECRET