E.R.
me are trade with Hong Kong and in particular exports and
the jobs which depend on them, but you may be able to think of
other relevant aspects of the relationship between the UK and
Hong Kong economies. In a word, what we need is a concise
brief providing a range of 'user friendly' figures and
speaking notes which Ministers can use to underline the
importance to the UK of continuing confidence and prosperity
in Hong Kong. I should be grateful if your reply could reach
me by 23 March.
I am copying this to John Morris in the Hong Kong Department
of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and would welcome any
contribution he can provide, on the matters referred to above,
as well as on any revenue the UKG receives from Hong Kong by
way of taxation and on the vital statistics of the Hong Kong
economy (eg the world's 11th largest economy, 6th largest
trading entity etc).
Jours sincely
Gustalle.
GN STADLEN
Hong Kong Bill Unit