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5. BASIC LAW

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OTHER PROVISIONS

OTHER PROVISIONS UNSATISFACTORY

Have followed drafting problem closely. Made number of representations to Chinese Government on articles causing

concern in Hong Kong.

Do

Shall examine final draft carefully when it emerges. not want to give detailed comment on basis of press reports.

WILL YOU PROTEST TO CHINESE ABOUT UNSATISFACTORY PROVISIONS

We want to see a Basic Law which fully reflects Joint

Declaration and which can be accepted by majority of people

in Hong Kong.

Have made this clear to Chinese.

Premature to talk about action we might take if, after

consideration of draft, we believe these two requirements are

not met.

DENAAQ (8)

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