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(CONCLUDING REMARKS)
Soon after I assumed the post of the Consul-General, one journalist asked me what I hoped to achieve in Hong Kong. In reply, I said I had three main aims. They are;
Firstly, I want to develop further the already good cooperative
relationship between Japan and Hong Kong in all field at any level.
Secondly, I want to play a part in helping to maintain Hong Kong's stability and prosperity. I would like to do my utmost to cooperate with the people of Hong Kong to ensure that this stability and prosperity be
preserved beyond 1997.
Thirdly, I want to learn as much as possible of the experiences of Hong Kong people. I cannot help admiring the energy, dynamism, creativity and international mindedness of Hong Kong. There is so much
to learn from the experiences of Hong Kong.
This is what I said at that time. After 6 months' stay here, I feel in
the same way.
It is easier said than done. And without personally knowing individuals of Hong Kong people and without having frank
discussions with them, I shall not be able to achieve my aims. So in
concluding, I want to express my sincere hope that I shall be able to be
benefited by good and personal acquaintance with each one of the
distinguished members of this Association.
Thank you very much.
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