05-JAN-1993 15:41
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Q.
So what is China's attitude towards
Terminal 9 contract?
the Container
A.
This attitude
We will adopt a positive attitude.
applies to Container Terminal 9 as well as cable
television. The British hasn't raised these for
discussion at the JLG. If she ever does, we will be positive and responsible.
Q.
A.
What if an individual consortium approached you directly?
If they wish to do that, it would be inappropriate for
us to refuse. We welcome them but the final decision
rests with the JLG.
Q.
A.
The New China News Agency published a commentary recently lashing out against a British firm. It caused serious repercussions in Hong Kong. The first
question is, did it refer to Jardine Matheson?
This is an NCNA article, you should ask them. I should not speak on their behalf,
Q.
A.
If China criticises a consortium regardless of which
one, is it because it is British Or whether it
supports the Patten package?
I read the NCNA article carefully but I don't speak
for NCNA.
understanding is the consortium was
because it
My
criticised not
is British nor for its