Mr Jeremy Bray, M. P.
House of Commons
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Thank you for your letter of 1 April to Douglas Hurd about Hong Kong.
You will have heard that we were able to announce today that talks with China on Hong Kong electoral issues will start on 22 April. I enclose a copy of the announcement. The Assistant Under-Secretary responsible for Hong Kong and China, Christopher Hum, would be happy to bring you up-to-date on the latest developments before your visit. He will ring you tomorrow morning. In case you need it his telephone number is 270 2214.
I hope you have an enjoyable and interesting visit to Hong
Kong.
Alastair Goodlad
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