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ROZAAZ
CONFIDENTIAL
SIT OF LORD GLENARTHUR TO HONG KONG: 26-27 FEBRUARY 1988
BULL POINTS FOR THE PRESS
(a)
Implementation of Joint Declaration
Implementation continues to go well. Both governments remain firmly committed to full and faithful implementation.
Sure forthcoming JLG meeting [8-11 March] will take that
process forward. Another full agenda (details confidential).
(b) Basic Law
Following drafting process with interest.
Pleased that Hong Kong people will be closely consulted on
draft.
We have right to satisfy ourselves that eventual provisions
reflect Joint Declaration. But not helpful to discuss our contacts
with Chinese Government on the issue: they can best remain
confidential.
(c)
White Paper
Believe decisions in White Paper represent balanced and
reasonable response to views expressed in Hong Kong.
Have noted considerable body of local support for White Paper. Reinforces my view that its decisions represent the right course.
Sure Hong Kong people will now want to put controversy behind
them and make the White Paper decisions work. This is the sensible
course.
No interference by China. Decisions based on views expressed
in Hong Kong.
White Paper represents further clear step towards more
representative government in Hong Kong, in line with commitment of
British and Hong Kong Governments.
Cannot be specific about further change beyond 1991. Content
of Basic Law will by then be known: naturally will be factor
affecting developments in years up to 1997.
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