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understanding and constructive relationship with the

Chinese government. This is the key to the success of

the one country two systems concept and self

administration for Hong Kong. Whether in practice or in

theory, I believe that there are quite many difficulties

that need to be overcome and problems to be solved. How

should we overcome these difficulties and solve these

problems? Should we hold dialogue calmly in order to

reach a mutual understanding or should we adopt the

technique of acute confrontation with the central

government? Which way is more acceptable?

I believe

that if cool-headed consideration is given to this

question in the interests of the people of Hong Kong, we

will surely find the proper answer. I am of the view

that frequent and acute confrontation is not the

China.

effective way.

Therefore I hope that the reporters of

certain English publications will stop lashing out at

their counterparts of Chinese publications for being weak

and exerting self-discipline in criticizing the White

Paper in a low-key manner because of the influence of

They may have great satisfaction for a short

moment by venting their discontent with the White Paper

for not meeting their expectations. But have the

advocates of such criticisms searched their hearts as to

whether such accusations tally with the actual situation?

Is the technique of acute confrontation going to bring

any good to Hong Kong? They should give it a more

thoughts.