[If asked] Chinese were briefed in the JLG at their request.
but final decision for HKG.
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- We are very well aware of the importance of this issue for
Hong Kong. We monitor the situation in Washington closely
and will continue to argue Hong Kong's case strongly both with the Administration and with members of Congress.
- Understand Mr Chau's recent visit to Washington went well
and that he was given a sympathetic hearing.
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