Hong Kong 'elects' its post-colonial satrap, a shipping mogul once bailed out by Peking
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Shipping tycoon Tung Chee-hwa's appointment as chief executive of Hong Kong was portrayed as an election, but was in fact arranged by China some time ago. His election has gone successfully for China, which is keen to show the Hong Kong people that they are being given the opportunity to select their head of government. However, all the members of the new provisional legislature will be selected by China, and all other elected local government bodies will be abolished.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1996
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Hong Kong's new ruler speaks in riddles
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Hong Kong's Chief Executive designate Tung Chee-hwa believes that a democratic and compassionate society will operate in Hong Kong after the return to Chinese sovereignty. The new administration will not attempt to stop people making their views known, but it will also have a duty to preserve order in society. Hong Kong will become characterized by Chinese values, including respect for the elderly and an emphasis on education and the family.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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In Coventry, in Hong Kong
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Chris Patten began his time as governor of Hong Kong in 1992 with considerable optimism, but has become increasingly isolated recently. No Chinese official will even speak to him, and he has been rejected by business leaders too. However, he believes that he still has the support of ordinary people. The government still manages to push through almost all its Bills and spending proposals, and his own satisfaction score remains at around 50%.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1995
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