Premier Wen Jiabao, before leaving Bali
yesterday (8 October 2003) where he had met with leaders of the Association of South
East Asian Nations and Japan, South Korea and India, talked about Hong Kong's latest
situation.
"I am very happy to see that the
situation in Hong Kong has become stable and the economic recovery is under
way. This is what all Chinese - including Hong Kong people - want to see. "
"We should firmly stick by the policy
of 'one country, two systems'. We must believe that Hong Kong people can govern
Hong Kong well. Through economic development, we can improve Hong Kong people's
livelihood."
He added: "We should, through the
gradual development of democracy, safeguard the various rights and freedoms
that are guaranteed under the Basic Law. As long as we stay united and work
hand in hand, I say this again: Hong Kong has a bright future."