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[With others]

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Aware of interest in Hong Kong in this idea. Understand that

its practicability is being carefully examined.

Must await outcome of this examination: should certainly not

underestimate the problems and difficulties involved.

(If asked) at this very preliminary stage not appropriate to

make a formal bid with BIE or discuss with Chinese.

Hong Kong Department

May 1988

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