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grateful, therefore, to know whether there is any flexibility on the Chinese side. In particular, would they object to Hong Kong attending as the observer from those Overseas Territories for whose international affairs HMG is responsible? If that should also be unacceptable, is there another formula which might win Chinese approval?

I hope that the above adequately fills the gaps in your knowledge. We look forward to receiving your comments.

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cc: ESSD

FED

T W M Smith

Hong Kong & General Department

RP Margolis Esq, HONG KONG

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