Michael Shea on royal visit to China

Title

Michael Shea on royal visit to China

Genre

Interview

TX Date

18 Oct 1986

Year of production

1986

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Duration

00:03:36

Description

Royal Press Secretary, Michael Shea comments on the success of the Queen and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh’s visit to China. He claims the Chinese are fans of the Royal Family, and the visitors will have left a good impression. He plays down Prince Philip’s comment about Peking being ghastly. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Michael Shea

Keywords

Interethnic relations; UK; China; International relations; Queen Elizabeth II; Prince Philip; Royal visits; Royal family; Royalty; Beijing; National stereotypes

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