CHINA: PRESS CONFERENCE: ANNIVERSARY OF TIANANMEN SQUARE MASSACRE

The transcript discusses the historical context of Hong Kong's return to Chinese sovereignty on July 1, 1997, highlighting the global and local attention on this event. It also touches on the future governance of Hong Kong under the Special Administrative Region's government, which will operate according to Hong Kong's laws.

What significant event is set to occur on July 1st, 1997?

• The opening of a new international airport in Hong Kong

• The independence of Hong Kong

• The handover of Hong Kong to China

• The establishment of a new Hong Kong currency

How many people in Hong Kong are closely watching the sovereignty transition?

• 1 million

• 3 million

• 6 million

• 12 million

What is the global community's reaction to the upcoming event in Hong Kong?

• Intense focus

• Curiosity

• Indifference

• Disapproval

Who will decide on the types of parades that can be held in Hong Kong next year?

• The British government

• The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government

• The United Nations

• The Chinese central government

What will guide the decisions of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government?

• International laws

• Hong Kong's own laws

• Chinese cultural traditions

• British colonial regulations