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WRONG TO CLAIM THAT THESE MEASURES ARE IN RESPONSE TO OUR
EFFORTS
Self evident that it is in the interests of the
international community to bolster confidence in Hong
Kong. Our representations have been designed to
underline that fact to the governments concerned.
we have done regularly and at a senior level.
This
WRONG TO CLAIM THAT THESE MEASURES ARE DESIGNED
SPECIFICALLY TO HELP HONG KONG
her:
Some are clearly tailored to Hong Kong's req Others are of "worldwide application: but the important point is that Hong Kong can benefit subs
WEE WERE CONSULATES IN HONG KONG UNAWARE OF THE CONTENT
CF MR MAUDE'S STATEMENT? WEY DID THEY CONTRADICT
SUBSTANCE OF HIS REMARKS?
Cannon answer for the Consulates concerned. But can
certainly confirm that text of statement was carefully
discussed with the authorities in the capitals of the
relevant countries.