ROYAL VISIT PRESS RELEASE
Wednesday, May 7, 1975
QUEEN'S MESSAGE OF THANKS
Her Majesty the Queen sent the following message from her aircraft
shortly after it took off from Hong Kong this morning:
Please convey my warm thanks and those of Prince Philip to the
Government and people of Hong Kong for all they did to make our visit so
memorable and enjoyable. We were deeply moved by the welcome given to
us everywhere we went and we were grateful for the arrangements made which
made it possible for us to see and understand so much of Hong Kong. I am
sad to leave but I do so with confidence of a bright future for Hong Kong
and her people."
Elizabeth R
message.
The Governor sent the following reply:
"On behalf of all Hong Kong I thank your Majesty for your gracious
"Your visit with His Royal Highness Prince Philip has been an event
which Hong Kong will always remember. Your Majesty won the hearts of Hong
Kong and brought joy and encouragement to all of us. itr.
"There is a Chinese saying, "The Royal Presence blesses
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millions with good fortune and rejoicing; kindness like the gentle rain
captures the hearts of our people' #.
Governor
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