2
2.
- At the forthcoming meeting of the International Conference
Steering Committee, we shall be seeking international agreement on
implementation of the principle that all non-refugees should return
to Vietnam.
We will also be seeking UNHCR agreement to monitor the conditions
of all who return to Vietnam.
- We will also be stressing the need to deter a possible 1990
influx, with which Hong Kong could not cope.
DEMOCRATISATION
-
As My Right Hon Friend the Foreign Secretary made clear in Hong Kong, the best way forward is the introduction of a degree of democracy which meets Hong Kong's aspirations and can be developed up to and beyond 1997. This is what we are wishing to achieve.
Important thing is to come to right decision,
to right decision, not an early one.
(Basic Law Meeting in Canton)
-
We are of course following Basic Law drafting process very closely. But decision on 1991 and on timing of announcement will be
taken on its own merits.
BILL OF RIGHTS
-
Joint Declaration provides for the two UN Convenants on Human Rights to remain in force in Hong Kong after 1997.
No conflict with Chinese over this. Reflected in current draft of
Basic Law.
Purpose of Bill of Rights is to give clear effect in local law to one of the Covenants (on Civil and Political Rights) in term which
will enable individuals to seek redress in courts. Draft will be
published shortly.