Asia's World City

27. Hong Kong is Asia's World City. This identity embodies the spirit and characteristics of Hong Kong and reflects our competitive edge. We will continue to consolidate and build on this position. We have a fair and independent judicial system. Both the Government and the community uphold and cherish the rule of law. We are determined to preserve a level playing field for business. We will adhere to our "big market, small government" policy and maintain a simple and low tax regime. We are adamant in maintaining an efficient government and favourable business environment. We will continue to safeguard the free flow of information and capital, and protect the freedoms and rights we now enjoy.

28. Hong Kong is one of the safest cities in the world, but we will be vigilant in maintaining good law and order. We will continue to clean up our environment and beautify our surroundings - pre-requisites for a world-class city. We will encourage and enable more citizens to acquire biliterate and trilingual proficiency. We will actively promote the development of sports. As the place where East meets West, we believe that the interplay of different cultures will stimulate diversity and inspire creativity, and we will spare no effort to promote development in this area.

29. In short, we are creating a unique and attractive environment in which both local and overseas people like to live, do business, work, or visit, regardless of their nationality, race, sex, age or religion. I hope that our friends from overseas who stay or stop over in Hong Kong will find that this city makes them feel at home.