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DSR 11C
May well revert.
Previously we have taken line that time
was not ripe for this move. First Director of NCNA is now
channel of communication between Hong Kong and Peking on
If all issues and accepted as de facto representative.
they now propose formal status for Representative during
discussion of measures to preserve confidence in Hong Kong
we should not rule out but bargain for substantial
concession on e.g. land leases.
Sovereignty over Hong Kong
10. Chinese may suggest British recognition of their
sovereignty over Hong Kong. Our line on this should be ever
In view of legal problems, position
tougher bargaining.
should be reserved.
No concessions to be contemplated
without major Chinese guarantees on the longer-term.
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