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HOUSE OF LORDS DEBATE ON QUEEN'S SPEECH
REFERENCES
Flag A 9 February Vol 36 Col 389
Flag B 9 March
Flag C 28 March
Vol 38 Col 433
Vol 40 Col 12
Flag D 28 March Vol 40 Col 46
NOTES FOR SUPPLEMENTARIES
1. Aim of Talks
The common aim agreed during my Right Honourable Friend the
T
Prime Minister's visit to China last September is the
maintenance of Hong Kong's stability and prosperity.
2.
Progress of Talks
Meetings in Peking through diplomatic channels are continuing.
3. Content of Talks
For obvious reasons the content of the talks is confidential.
4.
Timetable for Talks
No timetable has been set and I cannot predict how long the
talks will take. But I can, assure the House that we are getting
on with them as quickly as we can.
5.
Acceptability to Hong Kong
Our aim remains to seek a solution which is acceptable not only
to the British and Chinese Governments but also to the people
of Hong Kong.
6. Views of People of Hong Kong
These are being and will continue to be taken fully into account
They are made known through a variety of official and unofficial
channels. In this context, the Executive and Legislative
/Councils
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