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WRONG TO CLAIM THAT THESE MEASURES ARE IN RESPONSE TO OUR

EFFORTS

Self evident that it is in the interests of the

international community to bolster confidence in Hong

Kong. Our representations have been designed to

underline that fact to the governments concerned.

we have done regularly and at a senior level.

This

WRONG TO CLAIM THAT THESE MEASURES ARE DESIGNED

SPECIFICALLY TO HELP HONG KONG

her:

Some are clearly tailored to Hong Kong's req Others are of "worldwide application: but the important point is that Hong Kong can benefit subs

WEE WERE CONSULATES IN HONG KONG UNAWARE OF THE CONTENT

CF MR MAUDE'S STATEMENT? WEY DID THEY CONTRADICT

SUBSTANCE OF HIS REMARKS?

Cannon answer for the Consulates concerned. But can

certainly confirm that text of statement was carefully

discussed with the authorities in the capitals of the

relevant countries.

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