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Et be

reduced demand for

markets; employment

inflation low; the

continue; and the

domestic exports in Hong Kong's main export

is expected to remain stable and the rate of recovery of the property market is likely to

prospects for

return to a balanced budget in

Joint Liaison Group and Land

1986-87 are good. The Sino-British

Commission have got off to a good start. Hong Kong is once again

able to look towards the future calmly and confidently.

55. Her Majesty's Government remain committed to The territory o of mindest Hong Kong and to its people. They will work to ensure the smooth

implementation of the Sino-British Joint Declaration, and to preserve economic prosperity and social stability. They will continue to fulfil their responsibilities for the administration of

and will look after Hong Kong's interests

X

the

territory

internationally.

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