Between two stools: pro-China party wants to play middleman's role

Article Abstract:

The Beijing-backed Democratic Alliance for the Betterment of Hong Kong faces good prospects for the Sept 17, 1995, Legco elections, in which it is fielding four candidates. They lost badly in the 1991 elections, but better funding and organizations have changed that, and China has shed its post-Tiananmen Square image among Hong Kong voters, many of whom are eager for closer ties with the mainland. Winning in these elections is crucial to the DAB's survival after 1997, and could reassure China about leaving the system in place.

Influence

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Sharp distinction: attitudes to China dominate election fray

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Attitudes toward China are the main difference among candidates in Hong Kong's Sept 17 Legislative Council election, but most voters are more interested in the economy than in politics. Most of the 60 constituencies have two candidates, one a pro-China member of the Democratic Alliance for the Betterment of Hong Kong, the other a Democratic Party member critical of Beijing. A recent poll showed 61% of voters undecided, and a low turnout is likely. The election will indicate to China the area's political stability.

Chinese foreign relations, Hong Kong foreign relations

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Follow the leader: China grooming its own administration for Hong Kong

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China is assembling a advisory committee to help smooth transition from British to Chinese rule in Hong Kong. There are no pro-democracy advocates in the committees and most of them are conservatives keen on ensuring political and economic stability. The 37 member Preliminary Working Committee (PWC) appears to be the most influential of the advisory bodies. A recent poll revealed that most people in Hong Kong do not believe that the PWC is representing Hong Kong's interests.

International relations

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