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(B) CONSULATE-GENERAL IN HONG KONG
POINTS TO MAKE
Already planning for a suitable Consulate- General in Hong Kong after 1997, as demonstration of our continuing commitment to Hong
Kong. Will be a very sizeable mission.
Problem of finding a suitable site for future Consulate-General is
a matter we are actively pursuing. Not easy because the sums of money involved could be very large. Fully seized of importance of ensuring that we are properly represented in 1997 and of having the right sort of building for its functions.
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Need to decide whether we should aim for a "Britannia House"
including British Council and Immigration/Consular Sections in one location, or whether it would be more efficient to disperse the offices. Need also to consider our strategy in context of a booming property market, and relative costs involved in buying or leasing.
SUPPLEMENTARIES
What sites do you have in mind?
A number of sites are being considered. No decisions taken.
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What about HMS Tamar?
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The Prince of Wales building in HMS Tamar, British Forces HQ in Hong Kong, is one possibility, but it does not belong to HMG.
How would FCO fund the site and building?
Purchase of land and finance of new building would be beyond the capacity of the FCO's normal Estate Budget.
Some commercial developers have expressed an interest in a joint
No comments yet.
Private notes are available after approval.