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In ordernot tobe marginalized, we have got to earnestly explore ways to maintain our competitive edge at a time when the country is developing at a tremendous pace.

In response, the Administration reiterated the importance of early implementation of the Cyberport project in the face of rapid changes in IT and keen competition from neighbouring countries.

(d) promoting consumers' interests in the rapidly developing international world of e-commerce.

To meet the challenges brought about by rapid technological convergence, Hon WONG Yuk-man is of the view that a comprehensive review of the relevant outdated ordinances and regulations governing the broadcasting and telecommunications sectors should be conducted in parallel with the setting up of the CA.

In view of the advance in information technology ("IT")and the prevalence of these websites, these members have queried the feasibility of applying the current statutory control regime under ECICO to eEAs transmitted through these means.

There is a need to inject more diversity into our school system and give parents more choices in the selection of schools and curricula, given the multiple talents of our young people and cultural diversity in the community, and the multi-faceted demands on our work force in the face of fast changing technology and increasing globalisation.

To cope with the changes in cyber crimes alongside rapid technological development, Mr SIN enquired whether D of J would strengthen its support to the Hong Kong Police Force in relation to enforcement actions against cyber crimes, and provide more resources for this purpose.

I believe there is one party which has progressed very rapidlysince the [...][...]

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With the substantial IT development and investment in ImmD over the past years, and in view of continuous changes in business requirements and rapid pace of technological advancement, there is a need to make permanent the existing supernumerary CSM post so that ImmD can capitalise on IT to further enhance its productivity and efficiency of service delivery to meet the rising expectation from members of the public.

So, I believe we have to co-operate ― the consumers have to be vigilant and the law-enforcement agencies have to keep abreast of the time along with the advance of technology.

As theIT isdeveloping with giant strides and the need for IT talents is increasingly growing, the Government [...][...]

The Government accepted the panel’s suggestion that some flexibility should be allowed for schools in the acquisition of IT facilities, in view of the rapid development of IT and space constraints in schools.

[...] [...] opine thatas Chinese people, we should certainly learn more about the Motherland's development, including the rapid advancement the Motherlandhas madein recent years.

SECRETARY FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES AND THE TREASURY (in Cantonese): Madam President, the financial industry is an importance pillar of the Hong Kong economy and it has achieved very remarkable results in development over the past two decades.

(a) Automotive Parts and Accessory Systems – Various industry sectors are of the view that the rapid growth of the Mainland automotive industry has presented enormous opportunities for the Hong Kong industry.

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As at30June 2005, the Group had total capital commitments of HK$29 million(31 December 2004: HK$21million), of which HK$8 million (31 December [...][...]

Goodwill previously eliminated against reserves, totalling HK$3,274 million as at 1st January 2005, is not reinstated on the balance sheet or included in the calculation of the profit or loss on disposal of subsidiary, jointly controlled and associated company.

The internationalization of higher education and research through new partnerships across the academic community was reinforced as the UNITWIN/UNESCO Chairs Programme continued to expand with some 536 established UNESCO Chairs and UNITWIN Networks in May 2003 established at universities in113 Member States, involving over 1,000 host and partner institutions of higher education.

Given that this is a rapidly developing business we believe it is fair to request an undertaking from the Administration that any subsequent proposal or recommendation which the Society put forward should be given immediate and genuine hearing from the Administration and refinement to the legislation should be put in place, as we know more about how the market will develop.