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We are concentrating on maintaining and making progress in
the talks.
9.
Maintaining close contact with Hong Kong Executive Council.
Need to maintain their confidence. Governor discussed position
fully with them before his recent visit to London with the
Ambassador.
10. Grateful help in maintaining confidence in Hong Kong.
In view of delicacy of negotiations, preferable if public and
parliamentary interest kept to minimum at present.
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