4. H.M.G. accept that, so far as the negotiations with Canada are concerned, there is a need to reach agreement with the Canadian Government on a basis which would enable trade to continue at a level acceptable to the Government of Hong Kong. They are therefore agreed that, if no other arrange- ment can be made with the Canadian authorities which would safeguard Hong Kong's position in the Canadian market, it will be necessary to agree to a continuation of the existing restraints, including if necessary their extension to cover polyester/polynosic shirts, for a further period at a level which the Hong Kong authorities are satisfied is the best which can be obtained in the circumstances.
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