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Confidence is not something that is created, or indeed destroyed, overnight. It is something that is gained or lost by a steady accumulation of events over a long period. It is of course the responsibility of many organisations and individuals. As far as the Hong Kong Government is concerned, I hope that Members will accept that we have done and will continue to do, everything in our power to maintain people's sense of confidence in the future of this territory. I know that for their part the authorities of the People's Republic of China understand the key role which they play in strengthening confidence

Sir, in the future. Finally, I would stress the importance for

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confidence of looking at problems such as this both squarely and objectively. They should not be m

neither should they be exaggerated.

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minimized;

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Sir, with these remarks, I support the motion.