agenda.MORRIS
JEB
MEETING ON HONG KONG, 16 DECEMBER
ANNOTATED AGENDA
1. Chinese reactions to introduction of first stage legislation.
Assessment of recent official Chinese statements.
- Views on what conclusions may be drawn?
2. Reactions in Hong Kong
- Media angles
- Public opinion?
LegCo mood. Views of UDHK?
Liberals?
Reactions in Britain/internationally
3.
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Media
Parliamentary
International
4. Way forward
Line to take:
calm, measured approach minimising significance of introduction of legislation; emphasising continued commitment to cooperation, wish to consult with China on second stage issues.
- Decision on publication of White Paper. Defer until China makes definitive statement on breakdown/publishes details of the 17 Rounds.
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Initiatives for bringing China back to negotiating table?
Consideration of timing of/conditions for introduction of second stage legislation. Minister's visit to Hong Kong on 7 January good opportunity to discuss with Governor/ad hoc committee/ExCo.
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Trade.