§ 85. Mr. Holtasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs when he next expects to discuss the future of Hong Kong with a representative of the Chinese Government.
§ Mr. RentonMy right hon. and learned Friend has no current plans to meet a representative of the Chinese Government. However, he did meet the Chinese Foreign Minister in Brussels on 23 May. In the course of discussions, which covered international and bilateral matters of common interest, he noted with satisfaction the progress made in the implementation of the Joint Declaration on the future of Hong Kong. Hong Kong has also been among the matters discussed during the current visit to Britain of General Secretary Hu Yaobang. We look forward to continuing these exchanges when opportunities arise in future.