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An Enlarged BTC Role
40.
During the CPU's
investigation
became
apparent that the BTC
of this topic, it
would make a very useful
contribution in monitoring UK business activities in the
territory.
41.
То some extent, the BTC can be expected to obtain a
greater flow of information from UK companies as a result of
the establishment of a distinct British Chamber of
given the importance of the UK
Commerce.
However,
connection politically,
as
well as the
considerable
misunderstandings which exist about UK-Hong Kong ties, it
ought to be
encouraged
also to take the initiative in
collecting
information as comprehensively as possible on UK
investments, contracts and other sources of earnings.
Central Policy Unit
16 February 1990
Ref.: (1) to CPU L/M A/19/90C (ACT)
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