ALAAAH
CONFIDENTIAL
VISIT OF THE GOVERNOR OF HONG KONG TO LONDON:
21-23 FEBRUARY 1989
F:
THE MEDIA AND POLICY PRESENTATION
Objective
PRINTED FACTS,
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To exchange views with the Governor about what can be done to
counter the spate of negative press comment on Hong Kong.
Points to make
Concerned about recent spate of critical comment/articles on
Hong Kong in UK and international press. Focus is on drafting of
Basic Law. Need to refute robustly allegation that Britain is reneging on Joint Declaration.
Can more be done to dispel misconceptions about our role?
(eg articles, interviews).
Governor's advice on idea of my giving an interview on BBC
World Service, which would be tailored for Hong Kong audience?
How to achieve maximum impact? Need to find suitable peg.
Helpful if authoritative figures in Hong Kong (eg Lydia Dunn, Allen Lee) felt able to contribute to debate in UK press.
Can Chinese be encouraged to do more?
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