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

Press Conference by Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright in Beijing, China (2/24/1997)

Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright
Press Conference, China World Hotel
Beijing, People's Republic of China, February 24, 1997
As released by the Office of the Spokesman
U.S. Department of State

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Fourth, we had an extensive discussion of Hong Kong., where the United States has important interests. The reversion of Hong Kong to China's control will be observed closely around the world. We expect China to insure a smooth transition under the 1984 joint declaration and to provide Hong Kong a high degree of autonomy and preserve its way of life.

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