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THE CHINA RELATIONSHIP
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138.
Since ду
arrival in Hong Kong, I have
been
about
In
feel
repeatedly asked
particular, I
the territory's future.
asked to explain why I should
confident about Hong Kong'
Kong's ability to remain one of the
world's most attractive cities to live in after 1997 when we
seem to have had Во many disagreements with Peking over
important issues which affect the future.
139.
I want to emphasise that I have no reservations
about Hong Kong's future as a good city in which to raise a
family or make a career. Provided that the "one country two
systems" concept 18 fully implemented and respected, Hong
Kong's special way of life is bound to flourish far into the
next century.
A LONG STANDING PARTNERSHIP
140.
encouraged
Let me explain why I believe that our community can
take such a robust view of its future. First, I am greatly
by the breadth and depth of our relationship with
China - a relationship which, in most areas, is constructive
and beneficial to both sides. The level of business ties is
the most obvious example of the successful relationships
which we enjoy:
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