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Prime Minister's Visit to Hong Kong: 4-5 September 1991
The Prime Minister can expect a warm welcome, and a
media grilling, on this first Prime Ministerial visit to Hong Kong since 1984. I enclose a programme, background /// and personality notes (Annexes A, B and C).
The Hong Kong Scene
Hong Kong was badly shaken by Tiananmen, but the
mood has gradually improved since then. The announcement of the airport agreement was generally well-received and boosted the Stock Exchange and property market. But worries about 1997 remain widespread. Other current concerns are: the economy, particularly inflation;
post-BCCI bank-runs; and law and order. The Governor will send a scene-setting telegram on 29 August.
Objectives
We see the visit's main objectives as:
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