We remain ready for talks at any time and I hope that the
Chinese side will be prepared to settle quickly on
arrangements for them. Britain has responsibility for the
administration of Hong Kong until 1997. With the support of
this House, we intend to carry that out with fairness,
efficiency and determination.
The Chinese side also have
responsibilities and interests as the future sovereign power.
Britain and China have every incentive to work together to
ensure the future success of Hong Kong. We will continue to
pursue steadily the path of cooperation with China: we look
to the Chinese side to do the same.
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