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<p>As the Foreign Secretary stated in Parliament on 26 September, the status of British
Nationals (Overseas) (BN(O)) was a part of the delicate balance in negotiations that
led to the Sino-British Joint Declaration. We are not seeking to change the status
of any one part of that package but rather to ensure it is respected by both sides.
As such, we have no plans to change the status of BN(O) or to provide pathways to
full citizenship beyond those that already exist. The best outcome for BN(O) is for
the high degree of autonomy and rights and freedoms set out in the Joint Declaration
and provided for in the Basic Law to be upheld. This is where we are focusing our
efforts.</p>
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