Brussels, 16/07/2003 (Agence Europe) - The Italian Presidency has made the following declaration on behalf of the European Union:
"The European Union:
- Takes note of the decision of the Hong Kong SAR Government to extend the consultation period for the adoption of a National Security Bill enacting Article 23 of the Basic Law;
- Welcomes the Hong Kong SAR Government commitment to further engage in building consensus on this issue and to address the concerns expressed about the...