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the overt PRC-liaison function is gradually being taken on by Hong Kong Civil Service staff. They will move in
about 1995 into the Chief Secretary's Private Office, with
the aim of continuing their functions unchanged after 1997;
the PA's more sensitive role as the Governor's Adviser on
relations with China and the conduit for intelligence assessment will remain with the UK-based PA, who will in
about 1995 move into Government House. He might then take
under his wing certain other "UK eyes A" functions
(intelligence assessment, liaison with the garrison and
physical security).
London Requirements
1.
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In the unpredictable period up to 1997, there will be a
continuing need for private dialogue with the Governor on a range of issues relating to the administration of Hong Kong
and relations with China which will not be suitable for
widespread circulation within the Hong Kong Government.
the assumption that a new Governor will not have had
previous experience of the Hong Kong administration or of
dealing with China, and will not have the time or
inclination to draft his own private communications with
London, some arrangement will be needed to provide advice and support in these functions.
The Options
8.
There are three broad options:
(i) No change. The New Governor would rely on the
existing support provided by the Hong Kong administration working through the Chief Secretary,
and a Private Office staff drawn from the Hong Kong
Civil Service. The Political Adviser would remain the
link for certain "UK eyes A" material, and for advice
on relations with China. The pros and cons are as
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