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comprehensive framework for this. The Basic
Law must now turn this into reality, in a way
which meets the concerns of Hong Kong people.
As I observed earlier, there is a heavy burden
of responsibility on the shoulders of the
Chinese authorities. I am confident that they
will fully discharge this responsibility.
the British Government, as co-signatories of
the Joint Declaration, will not hesitate to
play their full part in securing a stable and
prosperous future for Hong Kong and its
people. The House was informed of the
decision of the Hong Kong Government, taken
with our full support, that from 16 June all
arrivals would be screened, on the basis of
The intention is to
UNHCR criteria.
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