HONG KONG—Hong Kong’s red flag was raised into sky Sunday as the former British colony marked the 10th anniversary of its handover to China and bid farewell to a rocky decade of financial woes (灾难，忧患), disease outbreaks and economic recovery.
A few hundred people stood near Hong Kong’s harbor to watch the ceremony attended by dignitaries (显贵人物). The crowd erupted with cheers when four helicopters carrying flags of China and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region flew over the area.
"We’re here to celebrate Hong Kong’s birthday," said 12-year-old Jenny Kwok.
Since Hong Kong returned to China, the city has been governed under a "One Country, Two Systems" formula. The arrangement has allowed the territory to keep its capitalist economy, British-style legal system, free press and civil liberties, and Beijing has honored its promise to let Hong Kong enjoy a wide-degree of autonomy.
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red; in Thailand the color is yellow; India leans toward reds and oranges. These
are not political colors, but colors that suggest religious beliefs. To an Asian colors are full of beliefs, religious and otherwise. To the Chinese, red is very lucky, but to Thais yellow brings good fortune. The combination of blue, black, and white is, to the Chinese, suggestive of a funeral. Many Western businessmen believe that most Asians have become Westernized(西方化) in their outlook. This is true in part. But Westernization and education do not usually completely replace the culture and beliefs of an Asian’s forefathers. They tend instead to make a more sophisticated combination of his culture and religious bonds. The approach required to sell an Asian any commodity must follow the basic formula of cater A. Colors Communicate B. Green and Purple: A Sign of Religious Leadership C. An Expensive Lesson in Malaysia D. The Westernization of Asia [填空题]The Hong Kong government destroyed the entire poultry population for fear of the potential threat of pandemic.
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