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the
But, although the statutory bodies are given
decision-making powers, the Government remains responsible
for determining the broad policies which provide the
framework for such operational decisions. Members of the
Administration will continue to serve as members on these
bodies, and all these bodies will have as their executive
arms government departments staffed by public servants. Any
policy proposals which are based on their recommendations
and which require the enactment of legislation or the voting
of funds will require the approval of this Council or its
Finance Committee.. The establishment of these bodies will
therefore in no way detract from the Government's authority
and responsibility to
to govern, or alter the relationship
between the Administration, the Executive Council and the
Legislative Council.
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Sir, some members have commented on our links with
China in the political and economic fields. These will no
doubt continue to develop, not only as a consequence of the
Sino-British Joint Declaration, but also as a consequence of
China's own economic development and of Hong Kong's role as
a gateway between China and the outside world. In the run
up to 1997, the British and Chinese Governments are both
concerned with maintaining the stability and prosperity of
the territory and with ensuring a smooth
government in 1997.
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transfer to
This can best be achieved by ensuring