It will,in my view,be a powerful force for stability,prosperity and peaceful co-operation in the entire region as the new century unfolds.

• 我认为，进入下一世纪时，香港和日本两地不断扩展的经济夥伴关系将会成为一股强大的力量，促进整个亚洲区的繁荣安定，并推动亚洲各地和平合作。