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4.

Respondents in Kowloon City commented on the statement

made by some members of the National People's Congress, that

the draft Basic Law had already conferred 'too much' freedom

to Hong Kong people. Respondents reasoned that the draft

may be considered liberal in China but compared to conditions

prevailing in Hong Kong it was rather conservative. Some

respondents reacted coldly to JI Peng-fei's assurances that

the draft could still be changed. Respondents doubted that

the second round of consultations would be handled any better

by the BLCC than the first round.

5.

Despite the

In Mong Kok some respondents expressed worries when some

mainland NPC delegates spoke of reducing the degree of autonomy

in the future Hong Kong SAR. Regarding the second consultation

exercise, contacts expect the main controversy will centre on

the future political structure in the Territory.

reassurances from Chinese officials that there was still room

for revision to the Basic Law, respondents expect the final

political blueprint would not deviate too far from the

'Cha-Cha Model', because it was supported by both local and

mainland drafters alike. Respondents thought it was probable

the BLDC, if not Beijing, would have the final say in framing

the mini constitution.

6.

Respondents in Kowloon City discussed the forthcoming

visit of the Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committee. They

understood that pressure groups were making enquiries about

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