HC Deb 20 October 1982 vol 29 cc147-8W
Mr. Hal Miller

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent discussions there have been on the future of Hong Kong.

Mr. Pym

During her recent visit to China my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister held talks on the future of Hong Kong with both Premier Zhao Ziyang and Chairman Deng Xiaoping. The talks were held in a friendly atmosphere and both sides made clear their respective positions on this subject. It was agreed that talks should be entered into through diplomatic channels following the visit, with the common aim of maintaining the stability and prosperity of Hong Kong. Meetings in Peking to follow up the Prime Minister's visit have already begun.