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[If asked] Chinese were briefed in the JLG at their request.

but final decision for HKG.

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- We are very well aware of the importance of this issue for

Hong Kong. We monitor the situation in Washington closely

and will continue to argue Hong Kong's case strongly both with the Administration and with members of Congress.

- Understand Mr Chau's recent visit to Washington went well

and that he was given a sympathetic hearing.

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