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Finally, although this report concerns the financial year to March 31st 1986, I wish to take this opportunity to express again the Council's deep appreciation of the personal encouragement and support given to us by our late Governor, Sir Edward Youde, throughout his governorship.

When we needed his guidance or presence Sir Edward never failed us. Indeed, in the very last days before his untimely death, Sir Edward was with us in Beijing working for Hong Kong's trading interests. He fervently believed in the vital importance of trade to Hong Kong's long term economic as well as political security. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council are fully committed to do its part to fulfil Sir Edward's vision for a prosperous and stable Hong Kong.

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