Through train slows down

Article Abstract:

A bill for democratic reform in Hongkong published by Governor Chris Patten has raised the ire of the Chinese government. Premier Li Peng accused Patten of trying to disrupt the smooth transition of power and that the bill was a violation of bilateral agreements between the two countries. Despite the heavy threats and political assaults, China has not withdrawn from the talks because it needs international support at this point. British officials say that the disagreements are rooted in China's refusal to give Hongkong equal leverage in the Sino-British negotiations.

Political aspects

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China's surprise friends; Hong Kong officials lobby the U.S

Article Abstract:

China raised no objection to Hong Kong Governor Chris Patten traveling to the U.S. to lobby for the renewal of China's most-favored trade (MFN) status. After political control of Hong Kong is transferred to China from the UK in 1997, China will not have any official like Patten to speak in favor of MFN. China's economic prosperity depends on the way it handles control of Hong Kong. If China does not fulfill its treaty obligations, Hong Kong citizens may ask the US to take a harder line against China in terms of trade agreements.

United States, Chinese foreign relations, United States foreign relations

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Patten's law: Hongkong's governor fights for free institutions

Article Abstract:

The greatest threat to Hongkong's continuing prosperity when it becomes part of China in 1997 is the Chinese insistence that Hongkong business and political leaders take orders directly from Peking. Hongkong governor Chris Patten has gained wide-spread support in the business community for his proposed democratic reforms. The Chinese would better serve Hongkong and the future of their own nation by letting the industrial sector of Hongkong continue its own negotiating and global business enterprises.

Hong Kong

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