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In March this year, the Education Commission began a comprehensive study of the structure of tertiary education. The results will be published in its third
report. I hope this report will provide an opportunity
to resolve this historical problem in a constructive The Commission is considering a wide range of options. It will consult widely before it makes its
There will be a further period
period of
public consultation after the publication of the report before a final decision is taken on what changes, if any,
are needed.
way.
recommendations.
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This is a a field where sincerely held views differ widely. All concerned have a responsibility to work in co-operation for a solution which will be in the best interests of the whole community of Hong Kong.
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done in
in the
(iii) Research
Research is an important element of the work
field of
field of higher education. Good research
contributes to the intellectual liveliness of the
institutions themselves. It also provides the skills
for the industrial innovation on which our economy will
increasingly depend. The Government recognise these
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