My Constituency agrees that Hong Kong must "go for growth". To achieve this, "Competitiveness" must be
be the touchstone of Government policy.
Hong Kong must bolster its position as Asia's premier
business centre. social policies competitiveness.
happens.
It must adopt economic, fiscal, monetary and which promote the
the Territory's international Our task in this Council is to make sure this
We must create an environment conducive to successful, long- term investment. We must remove impediments to business. We must stop inflation dead in its tracks.
We must provide a "level playing field" in every business
No business should receive preferential
preferential treatment, whatever its size or political clout.
sector:
We must develop locally the skills needed to excel
in key industries. We must provide our people with a healthy and attractive living and working environment.
Today, Hong Kong faces challenges unique in its history. With inspired leadership, imaginative policies and the undoubted talents of our people, we will win through.
With these remarks, Sir, I support the Motion.
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