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The close relationship between China and ______ after WWII was significant.
The close relationship between China and ______ after WWII was significant.
Hong Kong
The thriving of ______ was a major economic development in Hong Kong after WWII.
The thriving of ______ was a major economic development in Hong Kong after WWII.
industrialization
The ______ War (1950-53) led to a trade embargo on China from the UN, affecting Hong Kong's entrepot trade negatively.
The ______ War (1950-53) led to a trade embargo on China from the UN, affecting Hong Kong's entrepot trade negatively.
Korean
Hong Kong faced a ______ of stable water supply in the 1960s.
Hong Kong faced a ______ of stable water supply in the 1960s.
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The Dongjiang water was supplied by the ______ government in 1965 to ease the problem of water shortage in HK.
The Dongjiang water was supplied by the ______ government in 1965 to ease the problem of water shortage in HK.
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The agreement signed between the Guangdong government and the Hong Kong government helped stabilize the ______ supply of Hong Kong.
The agreement signed between the Guangdong government and the Hong Kong government helped stabilize the ______ supply of Hong Kong.
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The refugees coming to Hong Kong provided ______, skills, knowledge, technology, and other resources.
The refugees coming to Hong Kong provided ______, skills, knowledge, technology, and other resources.
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The agreement established a solid foundation for the ______ of Hong Kong.
The agreement established a solid foundation for the ______ of Hong Kong.
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According to Case Study 1, which group of people from Hong Kong went to the ______?
According to Case Study 1, which group of people from Hong Kong went to the ______?
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China aimed to develop ______ economy under state leadership.
China aimed to develop ______ economy under state leadership.
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Hong Kong acts as a role model for China when she integrates into the ______ economy.
Hong Kong acts as a role model for China when she integrates into the ______ economy.
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According to Case Study 2, Hong Kong businessmen set up their production lines in the ______.
According to Case Study 2, Hong Kong businessmen set up their production lines in the ______.
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Mainland offers ______ and labour to establish processing and assembly factory business.
Mainland offers ______ and labour to establish processing and assembly factory business.
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There has been a mutually beneficial relationship between China and Hong Kong since the end of ______.
There has been a mutually beneficial relationship between China and Hong Kong since the end of ______.
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China and Hong Kong helped each other whenever ______.
China and Hong Kong helped each other whenever ______.
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From the video and Source A, China lacked the necessary ______ during the shift.
From the video and Source A, China lacked the necessary ______ during the shift.
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Hong Kong retains its __________________ system so that a legal vacuum can be avoided
Hong Kong retains its __________________ system so that a legal vacuum can be avoided
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According to the Basic Law, Hong Kong has a __________________ degree of autonomy
According to the Basic Law, Hong Kong has a __________________ degree of autonomy
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The relationship between China's support and Hong Kong's contribution is __________________
The relationship between China's support and Hong Kong's contribution is __________________
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Hong Kong's stability and __________________ are closely linked
Hong Kong's stability and __________________ are closely linked
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Hong Kong is an __________________ part of China
Hong Kong is an __________________ part of China
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The core values, systems, and rights of Hong Kong people are protected under the __________________
The core values, systems, and rights of Hong Kong people are protected under the __________________
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The ______ model allows the private sector to build, operate, and transfer a publicly funded project after a period of time.
The ______ model allows the private sector to build, operate, and transfer a publicly funded project after a period of time.
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Hong Kong firms gained from the ______ land and labour cost in China.
Hong Kong firms gained from the ______ land and labour cost in China.
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The mainland government relieved their financial ______ while being able to enjoy large-scale infrastructural work under the BOT model.
The mainland government relieved their financial ______ while being able to enjoy large-scale infrastructural work under the BOT model.
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China must ______ ruling over Hong Kong according to video 1 and 2.
China must ______ ruling over Hong Kong according to video 1 and 2.
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The ______ was signed between China and the UK to settle the question of Hong Kong.
The ______ was signed between China and the UK to settle the question of Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong people participated in the preparation of China's resumption of exercise of sovereignty over Hong Kong by ______ during the consultative period.
Hong Kong people participated in the preparation of China's resumption of exercise of sovereignty over Hong Kong by ______ during the consultative period.
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The ______ of the Basic Law protected the major principles and core values of Hong Kong.
The ______ of the Basic Law protected the major principles and core values of Hong Kong.
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The partnership of Hong Kong firms in China in the 1980s brought ______ benefits to each other.
The partnership of Hong Kong firms in China in the 1980s brought ______ benefits to each other.
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Study Notes
1949-1960s: Prosperous Development in Hong Kong
- Hong Kong's economy thrived after WWII, characterized by industrialization, mostly light industries, labor-intensive, and export-oriented.
- The Chinese Civil War (1946-49), Great Leap Forward (1958), and Cultural Revolution (1966-76) led to refugees coming to Hong Kong, bringing manpower, skills, knowledge, technology, and other resources.
- The Korean War (1950-53) affected Hong Kong's entrepot trade, prompting industrialization as a solution to survive.
1960s: Water Supply Crisis
- Hong Kong faced a lack of stable water supply and water shortage.
- The Guangdong government supplied Dongjiang water to Hong Kong in 1965 to ease the problem.
- The agreement helped stabilize Hong Kong's water supply, providing basic welfare to both immigrants and local people, and established a solid foundation for Hong Kong's development.
1970s-1990s: Institutional Support and Mutual Benefits
- Hong Kong professionals, including accountants, engineers, and lawyers, went to the mainland to conduct workshops.
- China aimed to develop a market economy under state leadership but lacked technology, management skills, and legal and financial systems.
- Hong Kong played the role of educator, helping China integrate into the world economy and adopt international standards.
- Hong Kong businessmen set up production lines in the mainland, taking advantage of cheaper land and labor costs.
- The Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) project became a new business model in China, where the private sector built, operated, and transferred publicly funded projects.
- The participation of Hong Kong firms in China brought mutual benefits, including direct investment, job creation, and relief from financial burdens.
1990s-1997: Resumption of Sovereignty and Political Participation
- China's stance was to resume ruling over Hong Kong.
- The Sino-British Joint Declaration (1984) was signed to settle the question of Hong Kong.
- Hong Kong people participated in the preparation of China's resumption of sovereignty by submitting opinions and giving advice during the consultative period of the Basic Law.
- The Basic Law protects Hong Kong's core values, including One Country Two Systems, Hong Kong people administering Hong Kong, high degree of autonomy, and the common law system.
- Hong Kong retains its common law system to avoid legal vacuum and ensure judges can continue making judgments by referring to precedence.
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Explore the close relationship between China and Hong Kong after World War II, including Hong Kong's economic development and industrialization. Learn about the characteristics of Hong Kong's economy during this period and the reasons for its growth.
