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Hong Kong Handover - Changes Since 1997
The 1997 handover of Hong Kong from Britain to China is one of the most interesting aspects of Hong Kong. Find out how Queen Liz has disappeared of the coins the Union Jack has been lowered, find out what else has changed since the hong kong handover.
The Basic Law – The Basics of Hong Kong's Basic Law
Hong Kong's Basic Law is the basis on which the city is governed. The basic law works as a mini-constitution, find out how.
Is Hong Kong a Democratic Country?
Is Hong Kong Democratic? We look at the Chief Executive election, LEGCO, and whether Hong Kong really is a democracy.
Hong Kong Handover
June 30th, 1997 saw Hong Kong take an extended bath in the spotlight, as Britain handed Hong Kong back to China. This BBC retrospective is a comprehensive account of the events of that momentous day.

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