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the origin of that Covenant and the need for uniformity

in interpretation of rights recognized in that Covenant and

similar rights recognized in other agreements having a

similar origin.

(4)

Nothing in this Ordinance shall be interpreted as implying

for the Government or any authority, group or person any right to

engage in any activity or perform any act aimed at the destruction of

any of the rights and freedoms recognized in the Bill of Rights or at

their limitation to a greater extent than is provided for in the

Bill. [cf. ICCPR Art. 5.1]

(5)

There shall be no restriction upon or derogation from any

of the fundamental human rights recognized or existing in Hong Kong

pursuant to law, conventions, regulations or custom on the pretext

that the Bill of Rights does not recognize such rights or that it

recognizes them to a lesser extent. (cf. ICCPR Art. 5.2}

(6)

A heading to any article does not have any legislative

effect and does not in any way vary, limit or extend the meaning of

the article.

Effect on existing law

3.

(1) All legislation enacted or made before the

commencement of this Ordinance that admits of a construction

consistent with this Ordinance shall be given such a construction.

(2) All legislation enacted or made before the commencement of

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