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Kong also plays a key role in foreign
investment in China. Up to 1988, some 70% of all such
investment was by companies incorporated or registered in
Hong Kong. Not all of these were Hong Kong companies. Many
were foreign ones which had chosen to use Hong Kong as
their base for this investment. And why not? We are not
only on China's doorstep. We also have unrivalled expertise
dealing with Chinese officials and enterprises,
particularly in Guangdong Province, and the full range of
back-up services that an investor needs.
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For many years to come, China will continue to be
important market for foreign exporters and investors.
And Hong Kong will continue to be the best means of access
to it. By playing an intermediary role, we can also
continue to be of benefit to China. We can provide
investment, foreign exchange and expertise to help the
Chinese economy continue to expand and develop.
(c) Participation in International
Organisations
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Hong Kong naturally wishes to play an active role
in international organisations that help to shape the world
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