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(d) Joint Liaison Group and Defence Lands
JLG XIII unlikely to be productive in itself, but should lay
basis for resumption of dialogue and to the necessary work which
needs to be done to secure Hong Kong's interests.
We shall talk firmly and robustly about need for action by both
sides to restore confidence and to maintain Hong Kong's stability and prosperity.
Face some particularly tough negotiations over defence lands. A
sensitive issue for the Chinese on which we must temper firmess
with prudence.
Recent events in China have clearly had major impact on views in
Hong Kong. Concessions to Chinese on urban sites would now be more
difficult than ever.
How strong are feelings now? Does our original concept of four core sites still hold good?
Will also need to reconsider question of naval basin. How should
we handle the Chinese? Are we reaching point where we must take unilateral decision to go ahead?
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