U.S. and Hong Kong (1985-1997)

MADELEINE ALBRIGHT STATEMENT BEFORE SFRC JANUARY 8

Following is the official text of Albright's opening remarks, as prepared for delivery:

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Secretary of State-Designate Madeleine K. Albright
Prepared statement before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Washington, D.C., January 8, 1997
As released by the Office of the Spokesman, Department of State

Confirmation Hearing

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To make progress, our two countries must act towards each other on the basis of mutual frankness. We have important differences, especially on trade, arms transfers and human rights, including Tibet. We have concerns about Chinese policy towards the reversion of Hong Kong. While adhering to our one China policy, we will maintain robust unofficial ties with Taiwan. But we also have many interests in common, and have worked together on issues including the Korean peninsula, crime, the global environment and nuclear testing.

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