The legal system of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

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Hong Kong will retain its current legal system when it becomes a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China in 1997, but there are some changes that need to be made to break ties with the UK and promote social integration with China. Hong Kong's legal system will remain committed to the rule of law and most laws will not change. With a change in Hong Kong's legal status, international agreements on trade, extradition and other matters will have to be revised. Hong Kong will also develop its own Court of Final Appeal and increase the use of Chinese in courts.

Special districts, Special districts (Local government)

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The rule of law in Hong Kong: some implications for U.S. policy

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The US must not accept arguments that it has no part in Hong Kong's transition to Chinese rule and must act to ensure that Hong Kong is allowed to maintain an independent judiciary and legislature, human rights laws and a capitalist economy. Under the Basic Law, China has already attempted to undo Hong Kong's commitment to international human rights standards and free elections. The United States-Hong Kong Policy Act of 1992 established that the US should support the full implementation of the Joint Declaration between China and the UK.

United States, International aspects, United States foreign relations, Hong Kong foreign relations, Rule of law

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Financial legal institutions in Hong Kong's transition

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Prospects for continued growth in Hong Kong's financial community are closely tied to the continued commitments to freedom and capitalism embodied in the Sino-British Joint Declaration. Hong Kong's legal system and its commitment to independence in its justice system are necessary for the openness, stability and high quality of life that are needed for financial markets to flourish. China understands the importance of these legal institutions, and it is in China's interest to promote Hong Kong's leadership in international finance.

Economic policy, Financial markets

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