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To conduct consultations on the implementation of the Joint
Declaration;
To discuss matters relating to the smooth transfer of
government in 1997;
To exchange information and conduct consultations on such
subjects as may be agreed by the two sides.
BRITISH MEMBERS OF JLG
6. It was announced in London on 21 May that the following have
been designated as British members of the JLG:
Senior representative:
Members:
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Dr D C Wilson, CMG
Mr E P Ho, CBE
Mr JD I Boyd, CMG
Mr AC Galsworthy, CMG
Mr P A B Thoms on
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NATIONALITY
WHY BRITISH NATIONAL (OVERSEAS CHOSEN AS TITLE FOR NEW FORM OF
BRITISH NATIONALITY?
9. Careful consideration was given to the title of the new form of British nationality. The Government believes that "British National (Overseas)" best meets the needs of all parties concerned. On the one hand it makes it clear that it is a form of British Nationality On the other it does not imply a continuing constitutioanl link between Britain and Hong Kong after 1997.
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