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careful attention to the points of particular
concern which are emerging. We are continuing
our own detailed examination of the text. I
can give the House this assurance where we
conclude that aspects of the text may not be
consistent with the Joint Declaration, we are
not hesitating to bring these to the attention
of the Chinese Government.
Law.
There have already been extensive confidential
exchanges between the two sides over the Basic
These will continue. And we also stand
ready to act as a channel for views and
concerns expressed by bodies and individuals
in Hong Kong and this country. We have
formally conveyed to the Chinese Government
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