Hong Kong's history men go for rewrite

Article Abstract:

Former Hong Kong governor Lord MacLehose has denied that he forced China to take a stand on resuming sovereignty of Hong Kong during a meeting with Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping in 1979. It has been claimed that the stance adopted by MacLehose forced Deng Xiaoping's hand, prompting him to lay down many of the conditions which are now associated with the return of Hong Kong to Chinese sovereignty. MacLehose is among a number of officials who are trying to distance themselves from events which took place at the beginning of the process to return Hong Kong to Chinese sovereignty.

Political activity, Political aspects, MacLehose, Lord

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Courses for horses on Cook's China tour

Article Abstract:

The visit of UK Foreign Secretary Robin Cook to China and Hong Kong in Jan 1998 is proving very difficult to arrange. Cook is determined to attend a horse racing meeting at the Happy Valley racecourse in Hong Kong, but this is creating significant logistical and diplomatic problems. Officials realize that they must seek to both accommodate Cook's wishes and ensure that no offence is given to China. The main aim of the visit will be to improve relations between China and the UK following the handover of Hong Kong.

International Affairs, Intnl Political Relations, International relations, Hong Kong foreign relations

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Traders undaunted by colonial shadow

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The Chinese government appears to have given a warm welcome to the trade mission of more than 140 British businessmen led by Michael Heseltine, president of the Board of Trade. It has spoken of increased trade and economic cooperation between the UK and China, even though British companies wishing to establish a presence in China still have to overcome many bureaucratic and cultural barriers. There is also the issue of Hong Kong, which is still souring relations between China and the UK.

Trade missions

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