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It was occupied by the British in 1841 during the Opium War, and later ceded to the British as part of the Treaty of Nanking that marked the end of that war. Kowloon was ceded after the second Opium War in 1860. And New Territories and Lantau in 1898
Hong Kong Island had been a port in the province of Kwangtung (China) before 1830's or 1840's. After the Opium War, the Island was borrowed by the British. Later (after a war or something like that), Kowloon and New Territories were borrowed by the British for 99 years. So, in 1997, all 3 areas were returned to China. Another city, Macau, was a port borrowed by Portugal in 1600's. It was returned to China in 1999.
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Two political entities that recently reunited with China are?
Hong Kong and Macau are two political entities that have reunited with China in recent past. Hong Kong remained a British colony till 1997 and Macau was a Portuguese colony till 1999.Both are now considered special administrative regions in China.
What did Hong Kong gain from this colony?
Western technology, a strong and safe democratic tradition, and ties with the rest of the world.
What was the country of origin of the HSBC?
HSBC was founded in Hong Kong. It stands for Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking corporation.
When did Hong Kong return to China?
in 1997
How did Hong Kong gain its independence from Britain and in what year?
This nevered happened.Well it did! Actually Hong Kong gained its independence from Britain on 1st July 1997.
Why did Hong Kong become and cease being a colony?
because they were homeless.
What country established a colony in Hong Kong in the 1800?
Hong Kong was originally a colony to the crown of Great Britain until 1997.
UK became part of China in 1997?
The British colony of Hong Kong was returned to China in 1997.
What country established a colony in Hong Kong in the 1800's?
Hong Kong was originally a colony to the crown of Great Britain until 1997.
Does Hong Kong have a priminister?
No, Hong Kong is instead governed by the Chief Executive of Hong Kong, who is currently Leung Chun-ying. When it was still a British colony, Hong Kong was headed by a British-appointed governor.
A colony leased to Britain?
Hong Kong
What kind of colony was hong kong before the 1900s?
Crown Colony.
Is Hong Kong is a british colony?
Since 1997, Hong Kong has been under Chinese control
When was Hong Kong a british colony?
1841-1997
When did Hong Kong cease being a British colony?
Hong Kong was first formally ceded to the British on August 29, 1842.
Why did people select Hong Kong location for a colony?
potatoe
What Colony left the Commonwealth in June 1997?
Hong Kong
