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understanding and constructive relationship with the
Chinese government. This is the key to the success of
the one country two systems concept and self
administration for Hong Kong. Whether in practice or in
theory, I believe that there are quite many difficulties
that need to be overcome and problems to be solved. How
should we overcome these difficulties and solve these
problems? Should we hold dialogue calmly in order to
reach a mutual understanding or should we adopt the
technique of acute confrontation with the central
government? Which way is more acceptable?
I believe
that if cool-headed consideration is given to this
question in the interests of the people of Hong Kong, we
will surely find the proper answer. I am of the view
that frequent and acute confrontation is not the
China.
effective way.
Therefore I hope that the reporters of
certain English publications will stop lashing out at
their counterparts of Chinese publications for being weak
and exerting self-discipline in criticizing the White
Paper in a low-key manner because of the influence of
They may have great satisfaction for a short
moment by venting their discontent with the White Paper
for not meeting their expectations. But have the
advocates of such criticisms searched their hearts as to
whether such accusations tally with the actual situation?
Is the technique of acute confrontation going to bring
any good to Hong Kong? They should give it a more
thoughts.