Why is this scheme valuable?
Because it looks to the
future. As a science graduate I am glad to see that
the majority of scholarships will be in science and
technology: this paves way for future collaboration in
meeting technological challenges. Scheme is also
inventive. First time we have pooled efforts with
another government in this way: imagination brings
practical results.
Most striking example of political imagination is, of
course, agreement on Hong Kong. Continued stability
and prosperity of Hong Kong key commitment for both our
Fitting that someone from Hong Kong
this case Sir Y K should now bring the United Kingdom
and China together in other ways.
governments.
in
Not surprising that our bilateral relations should
exemplify imagination and determination. Because such
qualities apply to our own domestic policies.
And they
are more necessary than ever.
The world is now enjoying a new technology-led
revolution.
Computer-based systems are transforming
all walks of life: communications and transport,
manufacturing and design, work and leisure. Firms face
global competition in global markets. Our people
benefit of course
they have new goods to buy, new
opportunities to learn or to travel. But these
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