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bad press reports concerning Hong Kong which had appeared in some French newspapers in the recent
weeks. I asked him to show me the articles, which
he translated for me instantaneously.
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He then shook his
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head and said, press reports, such as these, would have a very negative effect on the investment promotion seminar.
Sir, this is not the first time that I have encountered such a situation. It is always easier to destroy than to build. I hope that the people
of Hong Kong continue to contribute and to build a better Hong Kong and not to let a few vocal minorities
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More importantly, we must not be discouraged by these individuals. There will be a 21 lot of work in the years ahead. We need people who are committed to Hong Kong and who believe that Hong Kong will have a bright future.
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that I am proud of Hong Kong and its achievements and I take great pride in being a citizen of Hong Kong. I truly believe that the White Paper is a well thought out document. It has taken the interests of Hong Kong fully into consideration. I have no hesitation in commending it to the people of Hong Kong. Sir, I support the motion.
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