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5.
Disappointing that unable
to
achieve agreement on GATT at first meeting. Appear to be divisions in Chinese
Government. We are maintaining the pressure on Chinese.
Hope for agreement at next meeting of Group.
6.
to
Very much doubt if we shall be able formally
raise Basic Law either in JLG meetings, or any sub-group.
But hope to put our points in the margins.
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7.
(Participation of Unofficials) The British side
includes two Hong Kong Government officials. Group is a
diplomatic body and not appropriate to
Unofficials.
EXCO i s of course fully consulted,
was during the negotiations.
include
as it
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