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Governor meets Japanese Prime Minister
The Governor, the Rt Hon Christopher Patten, began a full programme of engagements today (Wednesday) in Tokyo on his second official visit to Japan as the Governor of Hong Kong.
He called on Mr Tomiichi Murayama, the Japanese Prime Minister, and Mr Yohei Kono, Minister for Foreign Affairs. He also exchanged views with Mr Ichiro Ozawa, Secretary-General, New Frontier Party and the former Prime Minister, Mr Kiichi Miyazawa.
During his meeting with Prime Minister Murayama, the Governor noted the large and growing stake Japan has in Hong Kong's economy.
He outlined recent developments in Hong Kong, and said he hoped that Japan would continue to be one of Hong Kong's largest trading partners and investors, before and after 1997.
He noted that Hong Kong's success depended in large part on its rule of law and the other rights and freedoms set out in the Joint Declaration. They would continue to underpin Hong Kong's success after 1997.
Earlier at a photo call preceding his meeting with Mr Yohei Kono, the Foreign Minister noted that Mr Patten had a very hectic schedule during his visit which included many meetings and public engagements.
He said it was a reflection of a strong and close relationship between Japan and Hong Kong.
A spokesman for the Governor said the Governor had a series of useful, informative and wide ranging discussions with Japanese Government and political leaders.
The meetings today had provided an opportunity to discuss Hong Kong/Japan relations in detail. Hong Kong and Japan had substantial economic and trade ties, and also share values, the spokesman added.
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