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recognize that Hong Kong is undoubtedly

better placed than most. In other words it is

a question of priorities.

It is this fact, and this fact alone,

which makes it extremely difficult for us to

give you the financial assistance which you

occasionally seek. We have every confidence

in your future.

The guaranteeing by E.C.G.D. of the loan

required to finance the Cross Harbour Tunnel is

an example of this.

22.

And, of course, we are still seeing

what we can do to help with the extension of the

runway at Kai Tak Airport.

already

However, as I have/ said above, direct

have

financial assistance from Britain should

not be the touchstone of our confidence in you.

There are many other ways in which we

can and do help, for example, by the sharing of

our expertise in many fields and providing

staff and expert advice over a wide range of

important social and educational projects.

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