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HONG KONG IN THE WIDER WORLD

Hong Kong an important player in international financial

community.

Exciting prospects as we enter the 1990s.

We are living in a period of dramatic changes around the world, often at bewildering pace. Hong Kong's ability to adapt should put

it in strong position to compete and prosper.

CONCLUS ION

Do not underestimate the difficulties of the next decade. But

Britain will be active in defending and promoting Hong Kong's

interest in any way we can. Our aims:

- to maintain the security and prosperity of a uniquely gifted and resourceful people;

to perpetuate Hong Kong's economic miracle;

to bring to an honourable close British administration in Hong

Kong

These are the challenges and opportunities in the years ahead.