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Kong,
marvellously and intelligently supported by Lady
Wilson. I know that they are both held in high regard and
much affection. Both as Governor, and in his distinguished
career as diplomat and scholar, Lord Wilson has done as much
as any man to strengthen the bonds between Britain and China;
to try to ensure that our great peoples understand one
another better; and above all to serve you, the people of
this Territory.
service.
His has been an exemplary career of public
For my part, I pledge to devote all my energy to
representing the interests of the people of Hong Kong as
strongly and wisely as I can.
I will stand up for Hong Kong as you would wish me to
do, courteously and firmly.
I said a moment ago that we must turn "one country, two
systems" from aspiration to reality. But let us begin with
this question. What are the hallmarks of our system?
Government.
Citizens in Hong Kong enjoy the freedom to go about your
gour business without constant interference from the State.
enjoy freedom of worship and speech.
You
The bedrock of your way of life is the rule of law that
guarantees fair and equitable treatment for every citizen.
It governs all your dealings, personal and financial.
You
have an independent Judiciary in which every citizen can have
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