On your point about localisation of senior posts responsible for the management of the public service, I should point out that the Public Service Commission remains advisory to the Governor, the Chief Secretary reports to the Governor, and the Secretary of State still retains ultimate responsibility for the administration of Hong Kong including the management of the public service. Furthermore, these posts have not been "localised" as a result of any conscious localisation policy decisions. These postings and promotions were decided on the basis of merit and experience.
I look forward to seeing you and other members of the Committee again during my forthcoming visit to Hong Kong.
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