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Indeed

it does

stated that during the transitional period between the

date of entry into force of the Joint Declaration and 30

June 1997, the Government of the United Kingdom would be

responsible for the administration of Hong Kong with the

object of maintaining and preserving its economic

prosperity and social stability. The words "with the

object of" had been omitted from the Chinese version.

The Governor took note, but said that in his

understanding the character which appeared in the

Chinese version, had the meaning "with the object of".

(b) Valedictory

2.

The Governor said that this was the last

occasion on which Mr Davies would be attending for the

Council. Mr Davies had been closely associated with the

Council for the past 11 years not only as Secretary for

Security, but also, in the last two years, as Secretary

(General Duties). His performance had been exemplary

and he was sure the Council would be extremely grateful

to him for all he had done. He extended a very special

vote of thanks to Mr Davies and wished him and his wife

relaxed retirement. He was sure that the Council

would wish to be associated with that vote. Sir S.Y.

Chung said that all Unofficial Members would wish to be

associated with the Governor's words. They were

extremely grateful for what Mr Davies had done.

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