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that it must import all its fuel and raw material,
most of its food--and even water.
Hong Kong first featured as part of a Far Eastern
display in the old Imperial Institute. But, the first
exhibit dedicated solely to Hong Kong was installed
in 1962, when the Commonwealth Institute moved into
this building. This exhibit was later re-designed and
much expanded in 1975 on the site it now occupies.
The new Exhibit has been designed to show present-
day Hong Kong and to trace its progress throughout
the years.
It comprises graphics and products displays
and an exicitng audio-visual presentation. It illustrates
Hong Kong's advances in technology, in trade and industry;
its achievement of better quality of life for its people; its range of leisure facilities, cultural
activities, sports and recreation services. The audio-
visual show also highlights the increasingly important
trade links between Britain and Hong Kong. I am happy
to be able to point to these links as a tangible expression
of the special relationship between the two territories. (See NOTE below, on page 3)
I am told that the previous Hong Kong Exhibit
was one of the most popular and a "pace-setting" design
in this Institute. In putting together the new Exhibit,
our aim has been to enhance this reputation. We are
grateful to the Commonwealth Institute for its advice
and assistance and of course we are indebted to Hong
Kong manufacturers and companies for their kind co- operation and contribution which have made this Exhibit
possible.
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