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MR GOODLAD'S VISIT TO HONG KONG: 11 12 OCTOBER 1993

BRIEF NO 16

UK/HONG KONG TRADE AND INVESTMENT

Points to make with the press

- UK has substantial commercial interests in Hong Kong (13th largest export market).

- Pleased that British companies have, through competitive tender, won some important contracts, particularly on the airport and in power generation equipment.

- HMG provides a wide range of services to assist British businessmen who wish to invest in Hong Kong and China. We are actively promoting awareness of the excellent opportunities available in Hong Kong and elsewhere in the region.

(Attached brief prepared by DTI)

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