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We have no standing in the drafting of the Basic Law and the

Chinese a re very sensitive to any suggestion that we

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dictate

for the SAR, which will be a part of the PRC after 1 July

We hope however that we will be able to influence the drafting process through informal contacts. The crucial aspect for

us is that the Basic Law should accurately reflect the agreement.

policies for

1997.

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