Discussion focussed on human rights and the need for dialogue for
Chinese. Chinese protested.
[If raised: Status of Tibet] Successive British governments have
consistently regarded Tibet as autonomous while recognising the special position of the Chinese there. We have impressed upon the Chinese authorities the need to give decent autonomy to Tibet. urged dialogue with the Dalai Lama.
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Trying to boost our links with Taiwan, in recognition of its
economic and commercial weight. But in doing so must avoid
provoking any Chinese reaction which might harm our dealings over
Hong Kong.
John Redwood, DTI Minister for Corporate Affairs will be visiting
Taiwan 23-26 February. This will be the first UK Ministerial visit
to Taiwan. It will be presented as a private visit, at the
invitation of the Oxford Alumin Association of Taiwan. Mr Redwood
will meet senior Taiwan figures while he is there.
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The Anglo Taiwan Trade Committee (ATTC) office in Taiwan is being
upgraded. Currently the Director is an ex-businessman, but after
May will be replaced by a membmer of the FCO (DS4) on secondment.
DTI official, also on secondment, will go as deputy Director.
Trying to put operation there on more regular basis. Unofficial status of office will not change.
No comments yet.
Private notes are available after approval.