Rhodes' party.
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5. Chinese leaders are inclined to believe that any
views on Hong Kong's future expressed by prominent UK
personalities represent at least in part, the views of
Any "solution" on Hong Kong proferred by Lord
Rhodes might therefore be misconstrued. This could have
a damaging effect on our talks with the Chinese which are
P both difficult and delicate. In addition, the inclusion
of Mr Goodlad in Lord Rhodes' party would undoubtedly
seem to give credence to any Chinese theory that Lord
Rhodes' "solution" or "solutions" to Hong Kong
represented an official British Government position.
6. We have learnt from the Whips' Office that Mr Goodlad
whether
has not yet decided to accompany Lord Rhodes. He
understands, however, that should he wish to do so he
would need to consult the FCO.
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