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21.
In that way the balance is struck between individual
rights on the one hand and the need to maintain public order,
security and the interest of the community on the other.
Political responsibility for ensuring that that balance is
correctly struck here in Hong Kong, lies with the Government of
Hong Kong and, ultimately, on the power responsible for Hong
Kong's foreign relations, with the United Kingdom Government.
Their position on the matter is clear. I hope I have made it
plain that the position of both Administrations on the point is
not only clear but also well justified in terms of international
law.
22.
Mr. Martin Lee's arguments do not demonstrate that the
regulations which are now in question would lead to any breach of
international law. I invite Members of this Council to approve
these regulations without amendment, not only for good legal
reasons, but because they represent good common sense.
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