Patten, Chris

The Hong Kong Diaries

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ISBN 13:: 9780141999708
author:: Patten, Chris
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Penguin Books Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 560
Dimensions:: 19.7 x 12.7 x 2.9 centimetres (0
Genre:: Biography, Personal Memoirs, History,
Condition:: New
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Chris Patten's diary of his time as the last British governor of Hong Kong, covering the period from June 1992 to 1997, offers a unique insight into the complexities of negotiating with China and the challenges of maintaining democracy in the territory.

The book chronicles Patten's efforts to prepare Hong Kong for its handover to China in 1997, including his dealings with Chinese officials and the opposition he faced from some British businessmen and civil servants who were opposed to his plans for greater self-government.

Published in 2024, The Hong Kong Diaries provides a powerful assessment of recent events in Hong Kong and Patten's reflections on how to deal with China, both then and now.

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