If, on this basis, arrangements could be agreed that would ensure the maintenance of stability and prosperity in Bong Kong, the
British Government would be prepared to recommend to Parliament a
bilateral agreement enshrining them and to do its utmost to help with the introduction and implementation of such arrangements.
Ends.
VISIT OF EXCO TO LONDON
1.
The Prime Minister met the Governor of Hong Kong
and Unofficial Members of the Executive Council on
7 October, This followed a meeting on 6 October with the Foreign and Commonwealth Secretary and the Minister responsible for Hong Kong in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Mr. Richard Luce.
2.
These meetings, which were also attended by
Her Majesty's Ambassador to Peking, Sir Percy Cradock, are part of the continuing process of consultation on the future of Hong Kong. Ministers reaffirmed HMG's aim of seeking a solution acceptable to Parliament, to China
and to the people of Hong Kong,
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3. There was a thorough review of developments since the Unofficials last visited London on 4 and 5 July.
This took place in a warm and positive atmosphere; produced a valuable exchange of views and complete understanding on the issues involved, The Governor and the Unofficials expressed their appreciation of this further opportunity to meet the Prime Minister and other Ministers and for the continuing commitment of Her Majesty's
Government to Hong Kong.