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the
community, and somehow strike a balance between them.
And as regards external matters, he has to try to assess the
best way of advancing the interests of Hong Kong as a whole in a number of complex areas. This will present quite a
challenge intellectually. Also, the experience of being on
public display as much as the Governor of Hong Kong
inevitably is will be new to me. It may take me a little
while to become used to that.
greatly looking
forward to the challenge.
But I am
Q.
A.
What do you see as the major priorities of your Governorship?
As regards matters of internal policy, I shall want to
consider these at some length, and discuss them with my
officials and the members of the Executive Council before I
come to any firm views. In general, I would hope to continue. to build on the very impressive achievements Hong Kong has already produced in the way of the material welfare of Hong Kong people, and the quality of their surroundings and their way of life. I would like Hong Kong to continue to be able
to face the future
future with confidence as a dynamic,
and humane society.
prosperous
POLITICAL
Q.
Was China consulted/informed
was announced? Reaction?
of your appointment before
it
A.
The Chinese Government were informed as a matter of courtesy
a few days before the announcement was made.
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