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change" pledge does it mean that things will remain unchanged
as they are at the time of the Sino-British Joint Declaration or
as they will be in 1997?
It means that the basic principles will remain unchanged. That is to say, the social and economic systems and lifestyle will not change. Hong Kong's existing judicial system will also remain basically unchanged. Detailed provisions will be laid down by Hong Kong's future legislature. Since Hong Kong will enjoy a high degree of autonomy, not everything will be decided upon by the Central Government. As to how things will remain unchanged,
this has to be laid down in the Basic Law. It is therefore
understandable that people regard the Basic Law as a matter of great significance. I believe that through collective wisdom, the Basic Law Drafting Committee is sure to come up with a
Basic Law satisfactory to the compatriots in Hong Kong.
The Basic Law Drafting Committee was set up without a hitch.
But it seems that the Basic Law Consultative Committee had experienced
some birth pains in Hong Kong. What do you think?
In Hong Kong, people talk about democracy and freedom; so there are bound to be more opinions. But I think the Consultative Committee will eventually be set up without much problem.
Should members of the media join the Consultative Committee
There are two opposite views as to whether members of the media should sit on the Consultative Committee. One is for the idea
and the other, against. What do you think?
The
A: According to the spirit of drafting the Basic Law, it is hoped
that people from all sectors can sit on the committee. membership should cover as wide a cross-section as possible and
all views should be considered.
/ What is your view