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[if raised] Hong Kong

proceeding with

infrastructure projects. Chinese experts visiting Hong Kong in October for an extensive briefing. Since many projects extend beyond 1997 China has interest in keeping informed.

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[if raised] Bill of Rights currently in Legislative

Council. Believe that it will contribute to confidence and

stability in Hong Kong. Chinese have doubts about need for

Bill. We hope to convince them that it will benefit Hong

Kong and does not threaten their interests.

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