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Czech foreign policy, in particular in the Pacific and Asia and possibly transatlantic relations too.

He would be interested to hear about Hong Kong's relations with China.

5. They would be very grateful if something could be arranged for Mrs Ziepeniec, who speaks good English. A visit to a secondary or tertiary education establishment and connected with physics would be ideal.

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It would also be much appreciated if some suitable meetings could be arranged for the 20 businessmen. Essentially they are Looking for joint ventures and inward investment. Perhaps the Trade Development Council might offer to see them and put them in touch with suitable contacts.

7. COMMENT: This attempt at 'ouncing you into approving official status for the visit is a little embarrassing. That said, the dividends for Hong Kong in terms of goodwill, and possibly more substantially, could be worthwhile. We would welcome your early views on how you would wish us to respond.

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