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studies. The

Goverment was planning to carry out three

first study was to investigate in detail alternative

ways of increasing the air transport capacity, i.e. the

potential of Kai Tak for expansion, the alternative

sites for a replacement airport. The second study was

investigate alternative ways of increasing the

throughput capacity of the port, i.e. by developing

Tsing Yi, Stonecutters Island, OI the Western harbour

extension. The third study was to examine the various

scenarios in which the provision of an additional port

and increase in airport capacity could be combined in a

cost-effective way to meet future demand. Shortly,

consultants would be engaged to carry out a study on

Port and Airport Development Strategy. It was intended

to look jointly at port expansion and airport facilities

together with associated transport infrastructure, e.g.

roads, as well as evaluating the possible site in the

West Parbour-East Lantau area. Sir David further

explained that since the study had yet to be carried

out, the estimated development cost ard expected

economic return were not known at this stage. However,

it could be said that this would be a long term project

and would require heavy investment. The possibility of

involving the private sector would be considered.

4.3.17 On the possible airport site at Baishizhou, Sir David

said that presumably, both the air traffic control and

the environmental considerations would be included in

the feasibility study. te hoped that there would be

more mutual consultation in the process of the study.

He said that environmental pollution, mainly noise, and

the possible effects On the bird sanctuary at Mai Po

were the concern of mary Hong Kong people. It would be

beneficial if the opportunity for consultation could be

made available.