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
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'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 . .
Without
SECRET
: