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We have a fine natural harbour; the third largest container terminal in the world; a modern interna- tional airport; and excellent telephone, telex and cable facilities.
Hong Kong is a reputed international financial centre and offers banking services of the highest interna- tional standard.
The manufacturing sector is well developed, with supporting industries and technical back-up
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The labour force is intelligent, hard working and adaptable. Industrial relations are excellent, and productivity is high.
There is a good supply of high quality managers, accountants, engineers and technicians.
The cost of labour, although high compared to most developing countries, is low in comparison with developed countries.
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Although land prices are high, development of multi-storey factories keeps the floor area cost at a reasonable level.
There are special schemes which provide cheaper land to industries that cannot operate in multi-storey buildings.
Swimming lessons in a modern pool complex are part of the curriculum in many schools.
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