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LORD GLENARTHUR'S LUNCH WITH SIR Y K PAO: 14 SEPTEMBER

POINTS TO MAKE

1.

Basic Law

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we have been following public debate in Hong Kong over draft

Basic Law very carefully.

- have sought to play our full part in ensuring that Chinese authorities are aware of concerns of Hong Kong people.

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encouraged by open nature of drafting process and readiness

of Chinese authorities to listen to views and take account of

them.

- outcome of drafting exercise will have crucial effect on how Hong Kong people view territory's future.

2.

Dragonair (if raised)

pleased that Dragonair is now serving Thailand on a regular

basis.

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glad that network of regular charter flights is being built

(If asked about scheduled services for Dragonair to PRC): hope

to resume talks with Chinese in September/October. Dates under discussion. HMG will continue to support Dragonair's

aspirations.

(If asked about charter flights for Dragonair to Peking and

Shanghai): decision on this is for Hong Kong Government.

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