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POINTS TO MAKE TO HKG OFFICIALS AND UMELCO MEMBERS
4.
any
Important to use JLG constructively, while blocking
Chinese attempt to interfere through it in administration of Hong Kong. Clear that it is best forum
for getting co-ordinated responses and decisions on Hong
Kong matters from Chinese machine.
5.
Disappointing that unable to achieve agreement on GATT at first meeting. Appear to be divisions in Chinese
Government. We are maintaining the pressure on Chinese.
Hope for agreement at next meeting of Group.
6.
to
Very much doubt if we shall be able formally
raise Basic Law either in JLG meetings, or any sub-group.
But hope to put our points in the margins.
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7.
(Participation of Unofficials) The British side includes two Hong Kong Government officials. Group is a
diplomatic body and not appropriate to
Unofficials.
EXCO is of
of course fully consulted,
was during the negotiations.
include
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