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Application of "nationwide statutes" to Hong Kong [Article 17]
We have taken careful note of concerns expressed about the
phrase "as well as other laws which give expression to national unity and territorial integrity". However, we recognise the need
for certain so-called "nationwide statutes" to apply to Hong Kong,
such as those stipulating the national flag and capital. There have been suggestions that all relevant laws could be listed in an
annex to the Basic Law. This is an avenue which bears further
investigation.
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