Hong Kong's relations with China: the future of "one country, two systems".(IV. China and the World)

From: Social Research | Date: March 22, 2006| Author: Loh, Christine | Copyright information

NINE YEARS INTO THE TUMULTUOUS LIFE OF HONG KONG AS A SPECIAL Administrative Region (SAR) of the People's Republic of China, it has become clearer what role Hong Kong plays in China's modernization. This paper argues that Hong Kong's role is that of a transforming catalyst. In dealing with the affairs of this city, Beijing from time to time has to put aside its normal instincts. This creates opportunities with potentially far-reaching consequences for the nation as a whole even tho...

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