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would recommend additionally only two Members from the
Commons. But they should be supported by at least опе
and possibly two real expert(s) on China / human rights
and one with a religious background (to investigate
persecution of Christians). We therefore envisage a total group of seven, made up of probably three experts, the three Parliamentarians plus a member of our Embassy
staff. Possible names are listed separately. We have
approached none. If the Prime Minister has any
preferences, we shall try those first.
Title
They
We di scussed this at an earlier stage. The
Chinese will not accept a reference to human rights in
the title. We proposed "High Level Study Mission".
have quibbled at "Mission" which they feel is too
purposeful, precisely why we proposed it. They would prefer "High Level Study Group". May we have flexibility
to accept this if it appears to be a a stumbling block?
Itinerary
Subject to the number of days available, we
envisage three to four days in Peking and the balance in
perhaps two regional centres, possibly Shanghai and a
more rural area. This needs further discussion (I deal
with Tibet below). The programme would have to include a
meeting dinner with the delegation's host, the People's
/
Institute for Foreign Affairs, a semi govermental body under the Foreign Ministry. In addition, given Lord
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