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13. Application of "nationwide statutes" to Hong Kong [Article 17]

We have taken careful note of concerns expressed about the phrase "as well as other laws which give expression to national unity and territorial integrity". However, we recognise the need for certain so-called "nationwide statutes" to apply to Hong Kong, WadRMに ther è such as those stipulating the national flag and capital. have been suggests that all relevant laws could be listed in an annex to the Basic Law. This is an avenue which bears further

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