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

ALBRIGHT BEFORE HOUSE FOREIGN OPERATIONS PANEL

Following is the State Department text of Albright's opening testimony, as prepared for delivery:

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SECRETARY OF STATE ALBRIGHT
February 12, 1997
Statement before the
SUBCOMMITTEE ON FOREIGN OPERATIONS
of the
HOUSE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE

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The United States and China do have important differences, especially on trade, arms transfers and human rights, including Tibet. I will not hesitate to speak out about them. We will continue to voice strong concern about the need for China to meet its commitments to maintain democratic practices in Hong Kong. And, while we will adhere to our "one China" policy, we will also maintain robust unofficial ties with Taiwan.

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