§ 83. Mr. YeoTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has received about progress with the transition to Chinese sovereignty in Hong Kong; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. EggarMy right hon. and learned Friend has received no representations on the general question of the transition in Hong Kong. Good progress is being made in the implementation of the Sino-British joint declaration. The Sino-British joint liaison group and the Land Commission have held successful meetings, and have concluded agreements on a number of important issues which will facilitate a smooth transfer of Government in 1997.