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Hong Kong by a Foreign Secretary and the same will be expected on

this occasion.

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5. The Governor has confirmed (Hong Kong telno 3935) that Dr

Sohmen's idea fits in very well with his own thoughts. After

consultation with Mr Heap, he suggests that a lunch co hosted by the

Hong Kong and British Chambers of Commerce would be appropriate. agree: the British Chamber of Commerce, which was established only a

few years ago, is an important reflection of the British commercial

commitment to Hong Kong and it would be helpful if the British

Chamber could be given some recognition for the useful work it is

doing.

6. The title of the speech can be left open for the time being. The Governor advises that it would be helpful if an early decision could be taken on timing, as venues get booked quickly at that time

of the year.

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