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S for S in LegCo debate on motion of thanks
Following is the speech by the Secretary for Security, Mr Peter Lai, in the Legislative Council debate on the motion of thanks today (Thursday):
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The security of our community underpins the stability and prosperity of Hong Kong. The people of Hong Kong attach great importance to the maintenance of law and order and public safety. The Hong Kong Government shares this sense of importance. There should be no doubt about the Government's determination to preserve Hong Kong's status as a well-ordered society, subject to the rule of law. We shall do our utmost, now and beyond 1997, to achieve the highest possible standard in fighting crime, and in protecting the lives and properties of people. We shall spare no effort in maintaining the confidence and respect which our disciplined services enjoy in the community. I shall take the opportunity today to share with Honourable Members our policy directions, and the plans and actions to which we are committed in order to achieve specific objectives.
Policy Direction
Our policy directions. First, we aim to live up to the growing aspirations of our community. Secondly, we aim to keep up with the times, by maximising efficiency through management reform and increased use of modern technology. Thirdly, we aim to work together with the Chinese side to resolve the key issues for a smooth transition in 1997.
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