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derives from

and

constitution laws on UK model. Totally at

variance with current system in China.

7. [IF PRESSED ON SOVEREIGNTY] British and Chinese positions clear, but given our agreed common objective, believe satisfactory agreements can be worked out.

8.

[IF PRESSED ON ADDITIONAL HONG KONG PARTICIPATION IN TALKS ]. Any such participation will be in accordance with requirements.

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