Future of Hong Kong

Governor Patten spoke to a luncheon audience on the current state of economic and political state of Hong Kong in 1993, and the expectations for the region as it nears 1997, when Hong Kong will revert to the control of China. He speculated on the fate of Hong Kong industry and finances as the change of control approaches and after it comes under the control of the Chinese government. Following his prepared remarks, Governor Patten responded to questions from members of the audience.