In which year did Britain and China sign the Joint Declaration on the future of Hong Kong?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. 1984
- Step 1: Talks began in 1982 over the end of the New Territories lease. Step 2. The declaration was signed in Beijing in December 1984. Answer: 1984. Why not the others: 1972 is too early, 1990 is the Basic Law and 1997 the handover.
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