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Benefits
3.
and
of use
outer
space
is
a
The exploration
relatively new sphere of activity and it is important that
effective and comprehensive guidelines be established for
in
the mutual benefit of all nations. Continued participation
the Treaty will contribute to international co-operation
in the use of outer space for peaceful purposes and to the
development
of mutual understanding and the strengthening
of friendly relations between States and peoples.
Way
the
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Proposal
4.
The British side propose that the Treaty should
continue to apply to the Hong Kong SAR after 30 June 1997
in accordance with the Joint Declaration. The PRC is a
party to the Treaty and, provided that it remains so, it
will be necessary only to ensure that the international
rights and obligations currently affecting Hong Kong are
fully preserved in a manner consistent with the Joint
Declaration and to consider whether any action is needed in
this regard.
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