Borrison/hk-legicost huggingface dataset:
美國方面，今年首季經濟增長超出預期，以年率計按季增長3.2%，但當中有相當部分是受庫存短暫上升所帶動，私人消費及固定投資的增長均有所減慢，而貨物進口更下跌4.4%。
In the United States economic growth in the first quarter of this year beat expectations with an annualized gain of 3.2 % quarter on quarter . However it was driven largely by a temporary surge in inventory . The growth in private consumption and fixed investment both slowed while imports of goods plummeted by 4.4 %
然而，他們的失業率仍維持在低位，反映勞工市場仍然強勁。
Still their unemployment rate continues to hover at low levels reflecting persistent strength in the labour market
核心通脹率則略低於聯邦儲備局所訂下的2%目標。
Meanwhile core inflation rate stays just below the 2 % target set by the Federal Reserve
受貿易摩擦影響，加上財政刺激措施對經濟的提振作用減退，今年美國經濟的增長預料會放緩。
Economic growth in the United States is expected to slow this year dragged down by the impacts of trade friction coupled with the diminishing effect of fiscal stimulus to the economy
國基會上月亦下調美國今年經濟增長預測至2.3%，低於去年的2.9%增長。
IMF last month also adjusted its outlook for growth in the United States this year to 2.3 % lower than last years pace of 2.9 %
貨幣政策方面，聯儲局仍採取"保持耐性"的態度，維持利率不變，並預告會在今年9月底結束縮表，市場也預期聯儲局今年內不會加息。
In respect of monetary policy the Federal Reserve reaffirmed its patient stance holding interest rates steady while signalling an end to the unwinding of its balance sheet at the end of September this year . Markets also expect the Federal Reserve to hold off on rate hikes this year
不過，美國利率往後的走向如何，將視乎經濟數據及其他因素而定，仍然有不確定性。
Yet the future direction of the interest rates in the United States which would depend on economic data and other factors remains uncertain
歐洲方面，歐元區經濟首季僅有輕微擴張，區內主要經濟體都面對下行壓力。
In Europe the Eurozone economy expanded only modestly in the first quarter with key economies in the region all under downside pressure
德國工業生產年初開始放緩；法國持續多個周末的"黃背心"示威亦影響了經濟表現；意大利則受公共財政問題困擾，缺乏增長動力。
Industrial production in Germany began to falter early this year . The Yellow Vest Protests staged for weekends on end have taken its toll on the economic performance of France . Italy meanwhile is beset by problems in its public finance and sees little growth momentum
歐洲中央銀行3月調低歐元區今年經濟增長的預測至1.1%，並決定把利率維持在目前的超低水平至最少今年年底，以及宣布新一輪長期再融資操作，為銀行提供額外資金。
The European Central Bank ECB in March revised downwards its outlook for economic growth in the Eurozone this year to 1.1 % and decided that its interest rates will remain at their present ultra - low levels at least through the end of this year . ECB also announced a new series of longer - term refinancing operations to provide additional liquidity to banks
至於英國，脫歐亂局持續，雖然歐洲聯盟同意將脫歐期限延遲至今年10月底，但要達成各方均可接受的協議仍有難度，英國能否有序脫歐仍充滿變數。
As for the United Kingdom the Brexit turmoil persists . While the European Union has agreed to extend the Brexit deadline until the end of October this year an orderly exit of the United Kingdom from the European Union is far from certain as the challenge of reaching a deal acceptable to the various parties remains daunting
此外，5月歐洲議會的選舉結果如何，以及有關結果對歐洲的政治和經濟的影響也值得關注。
Also worthy of our attention are the results of the European Parliament election to be held in May and their political and economic implications to Europe
面對不利的外圍環境，亞洲經濟體亦受到一定程度的影響。
Asian economies have also been impacted somewhat by the unfavourable external environment
今年以來，區內製造業和貿易活動普遍疲弱。出口主導的經濟體如新加坡、韓國及台灣，首季經濟增長均放緩。
Manufacturing and trade activities in the region have been weak in general so far this year with export - oriented economies such as Singapore Korea and Taiwan registering slower growth in the first quarter
亞洲發展中的經濟體方面，雖然出口自去年後期明顯減弱，但例如越南和印尼，首季經濟表現大致平穩；馬來西亞和泰國首兩月的零售銷售也有不俗增長，反映內部 需求仍然穩健。
In respect of the developing economies in Asia while exports have softened substantially since the latter part of last year economic performance of such countries as Vietnam and Indonesia has remained largely stable . Malaysia and Thailand both registered decent growth in retail sales in the first two months pointing to continued resilience in domestic demands
因此，亞洲發展中經濟體預料仍會是環球經濟增長的重要引擎。
Hence developing economies in Asia are expected to remain as key engines driving global economic growth
中美貿易談判的進展繼續是全球焦點所在。
The progress of the trade negotiations between China and the United States continues to be the focus of global attention
兩國的貿易摩擦自去年第三季起已影響環球經濟和金融市場，香港經濟各個範疇也受到影響。
As the global economy and financial markets began to feel the impacts of the trade friction between the two countries since the third quarter last year various aspects of the Hong Kong economy have also been affected
今年年初以來，美方一直表示貿易談判取得進展，但美國總統特朗普近日突然改變態度，並威脅將於日內再度調升對來自中國內地的進口貨品的關稅稅率。
Despite the United States insistence since the beginning of this year that progress has been made in the trade negotiations Donald TRUMP President of the United States did a dramatic volte - face recently threatening to impose additional tariffs on Mainland imports of goods again in a matter of days
正如我在2月發表的預算案中指出，中美雙方的矛盾屬深層次，加上美方過去1年表現出反覆的態度，中美關係難免起伏，並會不時為環球經濟和金融市場帶來波動，香港也會受到影響。
As I pointed out in the presentation of the Budget in February given the deep - rooted nature of the differences between the two countries coupled with the vacillation in attitude displayed by the United State over the past year the relations between China and the United State will inevitably fluctuate sending shockwaves across the global economy and financial markets from time to time with Hong Kong succumbing to the effects as well
特朗普近日的言論是否談判手段之一，可能性不能排除。
It cannot be ruled out that the recent rhetoric of TRUMP is no more than a negotiation tactic
面對這樣的對手，我們只能做好兩手準備，一方面要有合理預期，但亦要有以防萬一的打算，管理好風險。
Faced with such an opponent we must make provision for different scenarios maintaining reasonable expectations on the one hand while making precautionary preparations and properly managing the risks on the other
受環球經濟增長表現較為疲弱及各種外圍不利因素所拖累，本港經濟今年首季的按年增長進一步減慢至0.5%。
Real GDP growth in Hong Kong eased further to 0.5 % in the first quarter of this year on a year - on - year basis weighed down by the weaker performance of the global economy and the various external headwinds
這輕微的按年增長部分亦由於去年同季的比較基數較高，當時經濟強勁增長4.6%。
The modest year - on - year growth in the first quarter was also partly a result of the high base of comparison in the same quarter of last year when the economy grew strongly by 4.6 %
今年首季，貨物出口繼續受壓，錄得4.2%的跌幅，情況與很多其他亞洲經濟體相似。
Total exports of goods continued to be squeezed in the first quarter falling by 4.2 % and similar to the situations in many other Asian economies
服務出口增長也繼續放緩，只有1.4%。
Growth in exports of services at just 1.4 % also continued to decelerate
本地需求方面，在審慎的本地經濟氣氛下，私人消費及投資表現均疲軟。
In respect of domestic demands private consumption and investment were both subdued amid cautious sentiment prevalent in the Hong Kong economy
私人消費開支按年僅微升0.1%，這個部分亦同樣由於去年同季的比較基數較高，當時錄得8.9%的強勁增長。
Private consumption expenditure increased marginally by just 0.1 % over a year earlier . That was also partly a result of the high base of comparison in the same quarter of last year when private consumption expenditure grew strongly by 8.9 %
勞工市場方面仍然偏緊。
The labour market remained tight
第一季失業率為2.8%，是超過20年以來的最低水平。
The unemployment rate hovered at 2.8 % in the first quarter the lowest in more than two decades
工資及收入繼續有實質增長。
Wages and earnings continued to record real gains
今年以來通脹大致保持穩定。
Inflation remained largely stable this year
第一季基本通脹率為2.7%，略低於去年下半年的2.9%。
The underlying inflation rate eased to 2.7 % in the first quarter a slight decrease from the 2.9 % recorded in the second half of last year
總括而言，今年首季香港經濟面對不少挑戰，與我們在制訂預算案時的預測大致相符。
All in all it was challenging for the Hong Kong economy in the first quarter which was largely consistent with our projection made in the course of formulation of the Budget
我們當時已考慮了環球經濟表現在今年上半年會較疲弱，政經環境仍然複雜多變，因此亦在預算案中提出各項提振經濟的措施。
Having taken into consideration the possibilities of a weakening global economy in the first half of this year and political and economic conditions that would remain complicated and fluid we put forward in the Budget various measures for reviving the economy
雖然今年1月至4月，本地金融市場向好，房地產市場近月亦回升，但外圍環境現時仍不明朗，政府會保持警覺，密切留意有關發展，及時應對。
While local financial markets were in an upswing from January to April this year and the property market has rebounded in recent months external uncertainties remain . Hence the Government will remain vigilant keeping a close watch on the relevant developments and making timely responses
主席，環球經濟去年迅速變化，市民大眾和工商界對本港經濟前景有所擔憂。
President the rapid shift in the global economy last year has aroused concerns about Hong Kongs economic outlook among the public and the business community
因此，這份預算案的大方向是"撐企業、保就業、穩經 濟、利民生"，同時採取具前瞻性和策略性的理財方針，投放資源培育產業、支援企業、提升公共服務、利民紓困和投資未來。
Hence the Budget was prepared in the direction of supporting enterprises safeguarding jobs stabilizing the economy strengthening livelihoods with the adoption of forward - looking and strategic financial management principles aimed at nurturing industries supporting enterprises enhancing public services relieving peoples burden and investing for the future through the allocation of resources
本屆政府上任以來，推出多項改善民生的措施。
Since taking office the current - term Government has launched a series of measures to improve peoples livelihood
就政府經常開支而言，2019-2020年度的預算較前一年的修訂預算，按年增加9%，即363億元。
In terms of recurrent government expenditure the estimate for 2019 - 2020 increased 9 % or 36.3 billion year on year over the revised estimate for the previous financial year
當中教育、社會福利和醫療衞生共佔約60%，即超過2,500億元，較上年度增加約7%，這3個範疇最近5年的經常開支累積增幅已達45%，可見政府重視改善民生。
The estimated recurrent expenditure on education social welfare and health care accounts for about 60 % of the sum exceeding 250 billion in total and an increase of about 7 % over the previous financial year . Recurrent expenditure in these three areas recorded a cumulative increase of 45 % over the past five years bearing testimony to the importance attached by the Government to improving peoples livelihood
我們會繼續投放資源，滿足市民所需，並協助有需要的社群。
We will continue to allocate resources to meeting peoples needs and help those social groups in need
主席，我留意到有議員就政府財政狀況預測的準確性發表意見。
President I noted the views expressed by some Members on the accuracy of the Governments projection of its financial position
我在2月公布預算案時，預計2018-2019年度盈餘為587億元。
In presenting the Budget in February I forecast a surplus of 58.7 billion for 2018 - 2019
由於3月底政府公布上年度首11個月，即截至2019年2月底的盈餘為998億元，或許因而予人年度綜合盈餘會大幅高於原有預期之感。
Since the Government announced at the end of March that there was a surplus of 99.8 billion for the first 11 months―as at end of February 2019―of the previous financial year it might give people the impression that the annual consolidated surplus would exceed the original estimate by a wide margin
其實，在公布上述數字的同時，政府已清楚說明財政年度最後1個月的開支預期會超過收入，令該月出現赤字，累積盈餘將會減少。
In fact in announcing that figure the Government also made clear the expenditure in the last month of that financial year is expected to exceed revenue resulting in a deficit for the month and reducing the cumulative surplus
相信大家已留意到，政府在4月底公布全年度的綜合盈餘臨時數字為680億元，較修訂預算案高出93億元，主要是因為政府的開支較修訂預算少了61億元，但相對於首11個月錄得的998億元盈餘，其實已大幅下降318億元。
I believe Members must have noted the provisional consolidated surplus for the year as announced by the Government at the end of April was 68 billion which was 9.3 billion higher than the revised estimate . While the difference was mainly due to government expenditure that was 6.1 billion lower than forecast for the revised estimate the provisional figure saw a big reduction to the tune of 31.8 billion from the 99.8 billion - surplus in the first 11 months
事實上，政府在2018-2019年度的總收入與原本預算相比，只相差50億元。
As a matter of fact there was only a difference of 5 billion between total Government expenditure for 2018 - 2019 and the original estimate
以一個近6,000億元的收入預算而言，這個差別只是0.8%。
Against an estimated revenue of just under 600 billion that represents a difference of 0.8 % only
至於政府開支方面，扣除關愛共享計劃，總開支只比原本預算少270億元，與原預算達5,696億元的開支相比，只是相差4.7%。
As regards government expenditure total expenditure net of the Caring and Sharing Scheme was smaller than the original estimate by 27 billion only a mere difference of 4.7 % as compared with the original estimated expenditure of 569.6 billion
可以這樣說，2018-2019年度預算案對政府財政狀況的預測已相當接近。
It can be said that the projection made in the 2018 - 2019 Budget on the Government financial position was close to the mark
主席，發展經濟一向是預算案的重點之一。
President economic development has always been a top priority of the Budget
今年的預算案會繼續投放資源，以構建有利創科發展的生態系統，培育創科產業，同時帶動整體經濟結構升級轉型。
In this years Budget resources will continue to be allocated to building an ecosystem that is conducive to the development of innovation and technology nurture innovation and technology industries and drive the upgrade and transformation of the overall economic structure
在推動新興產業的同時，政府亦會繼續大力推動金融、貿易物流、旅遊和工商專業等傳統優勢產業的發展，並加強本港與其他經濟體的聯繫，提升本港的競爭力。
As well as promoting emerging industries the Government will continue its big push for the development of such traditional priority industries as finance trading and logistics tourism business and professional services while strengthening the ties between Hong Kong and other economies with a view to upgrading the competitiveness of Hong Kong
民生事項方面，尤其醫療服務，是政府非常關心的範疇。
Livelihood issues especially those concerning health care services are one aspect to which the Government pays particular attention
就此，預算案向醫院管理局提供額外、針對性的資源，以協助提高前線醫療人員的士氣，加快更新醫療設備，以及資助藥物名冊，從而提升醫療質素及效率，並預留100億元作為公營醫療撥款穩定基金。
For that reason additional and targeted resources have been provided in the Budget for the Hospital Authority HA to help boost the morale of frontline medical staff expedite the upgrade of medical equipment and subsidize the drugs listed on the Drug Formulary in a bid to enhance the quality and efficiency of health care . A sum of 10 billion has also been earmarked for setting up a public healthcare stabilization fund
食物及衞生局局長剛才已就議員對醫療服務範疇的關注作出回應。
The Secretary for Food and Health has responded to Members concern on areas relating to health care services just now
政府會繼續致力為公營醫療系統的運作和發展提供支持。
The Government will stay committed to providing support for the operation and development of the public health care system
我也在預算案提出多項一次性的利民紓困措施，包括寬減稅項、發放相當於1個月的綜合社會保障援助標準金額及其他津貼、向有需要的學生發放2,500元津貼、代繳中學文憑試考試費及額外長者醫療券金額等，利用資源為有需要的市民紓困。
In the Budget I also put forth various one - off relief measures including tax relief providing an extra allowance equal to one month of the standard rate Comprehensive Social Security Assistance payments or other allowances providing to each student in need a grant of 2,500 paying the examination fees for school candidates sitting for the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination and providing additional vouchers under the Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme thereby providing relief for people in need through the utilization of resources
預算案亦提出多項支援企業的措施，應對經濟及貿易環境的變化，包括寬免商業登記費、把科技券計劃恆常化並倍增資助上限、擴大發展品牌、升級轉型及拓展內銷市場的專項基金範圍及提高資助上限，以及延長中小企融資擔保計劃下特別優惠措施的申請期限，以協助企業應對困難。
Various measures are also introduced in the Budget to support enterprises in tiding over the changes in the economic and trade environment . These measures include waiving the business registration fees regularizing the Technology Voucher Programme and doubling the funding ceiling extending the scope of the Dedicated Fund on Branding Upgrading and Domestic Sales and increasing the funding ceiling and extending the application period of the special concessionary measures under the SME Financing Guarantee Scheme to help enterprises face difficulties
我們會繼續密切留意外圍及本港的經濟情況，如有需要，我們會隨時再推出適切的措施，支援企業、穩經濟。
We will keep a close watch on the external and local economic situation and introduce appropriate measures when necessary to support enterprises and stabilize the economy
此外，預算案亦為一系列建設宜居城市、締造關愛社會的措施提供資源，包括土地供應、智慧城市發展、文化藝術及體育、環境保護、城市建設，以及增加各類社福設施和服務，惠及市民。
Moreover resources have also been allocated in the Budget for a series of measures aimed at building a livable city and fostering a caring society which span land supply smart city development arts culture and sports environmental protection and building the city . Enhancement will also be made of various welfare facilities and services for the public benefit
主席，政府會盡力配合立法會審議《2019年撥款條例草案》。
President the Government will make every effort to facilitate the scrutiny of the Appropriation Bill 2019 by the Legislative Council
我懇請各位議員盡早通過《2019年撥款條例草案》，令預算案的各項措施得以早日落實，讓市民早日受惠。
I implore Members to pass the Appropriation Bill 2019 expeditiously for the early implementation of the various measures set out in the Budget so that the public can be benefited early . I so submit
我的意思是由同一個部門來執行同一套法例，而不是由兩個部門來執行同一套法例，而分別只不過是應用在資助出售房屋和私人屋苑而已。
What I mean is to make the same department implement the same set of laws rather than allowing two departments to implement the same set of laws the only difference being whether they are applied to subsidized sale flats or private housing estates
第二，為何我認為獨立調查組的工作可以交回給屋宇署負責呢？
Second why do I think that the work of ICU can be handed back to BD?
此外，房屋署的總目下亦牽涉到上訴委員會秘書處的服務。
In addition the head involving HD also covers the services provided by the Appeal Secretariat
相反地，我們最需要看到的綱領是有關房委會的綱領，但我們可能只能夠去到運輸及房屋局的項目下才能夠展開討論，但這卻並不包括在預算案當中，而過程中也沒有任何機制可容許就着房委會的預算和政策內容展開詳盡討論。
Instead the programme that we need to see most of all is one related to HA but perhaps we can have a discussion about it only when we reach the items under the Transport and Housing Bureau but it is not included in the Budget either nor is there any mechanism that allows a detailed discussion on HAs budget or policies in this process
這是我對房屋署的評論。
These are my comments on HD
此外，我想處理的是"總目173在職家庭及學生資助事務處"。
In addition what I wish to deal with is Head 173―Working Family and Student Financial Assistance Agency
當然，我看到有關的綱領很清楚地指出不會把關愛共享計劃的開支放在這個綱領下，因為關愛共享計劃發放4,000元的安排是獨立處理的。
Of course I can see it is pointed out clearly in the relevant programme that the expenditure on the Caring and Sharing Scheme does not fall under this programme because the Caring and Sharing Scheme for issuing 4,000 is dealt with independently
但是，實質上是由在職家庭及學生資助事務處進行有關安排的相關行政工作，而相關的行政工作一旦抽離，似乎便出現好像沒有一個對口的政府部門可讓我們檢視相關安排的荒謬情況。
However the fact is that the Working Family and Student Financial Assistance Agency is responsible for undertaking the relevant administrative work and in the event that the relevant administrative work is separated from it there is apparently no appropriate government department against which we can examine the absurdity of the relevant arrangement
當然，我在另一個場合亦提及，政府的整個關愛共享計劃是針對在上次預算案中未能公平地獲得雨露均霑的市民，使他們也可分享經濟成果。
Of course I have also said on another occasion that the whole Caring and Sharing Scheme introduced by the Government is intended for members of the public who could not as a matter of fairness be benefited by the last Budget so that they can share the fruits of economic achievements
即使他們不能透過其他渠道分享經濟成果，我們也能找到方法與他們一同分享幾百億元的財政盈餘。
Even if they cannot enjoy the fruits of economic achievements in other ways we can still find ways to share the fiscal surplus amounting to tens of billions of dollars with them
況且，最新公布的財政盈餘數字預計將較預算案所公布的數字高兩三百億元。
Moreover it is expected that the latest figure of fiscal surplus will be 20 billion to 30 billion higher than that published in the Budget
有鑒於此，財政司司長是否應在聽取議員的所有意見後，認真思考利用在職家庭及學生資助事務處這個現有的軟硬件配套，再次在關愛共享計劃下發放資源，讓市民受惠？
In view of this after listening to all the views from Members should the Financial Secretary not seriously consider using this existing software and hardware of the Working Family and Student Financial Assistance Agency to release resources again under the Caring and Sharing Scheme to benefit the public?
財政司司長在發言時指出，香港未來面對的經濟下行風險非常嚴峻，也提及在中美貿易戰下，香港應該如何自處，甚至是在內地的經濟發展勢頭也有下行風險的時候，究竟香港應該何去何從？
The Financial Secretary pointed out in his speech that the downside risk of Hong Kong economy is most critical and he also talked about what Hong Kong should do in the trade war between China and the United States
我們是否只須背靠大灣區，就可以維持局面，還是須進一步廣開經濟渠道，從而令香港的經濟發展條件有所改善？
Do we only have to leverage the Greater Bay Area to maintain the status quo or is it necessary to develop economic channels more extensively so as to improve the conditions for Hong Kongs economic development?
我在下一節有關大灣區的討論當中，在談及政制及內地事務局局長的範疇時，會進一步闡述這個核心課題。
I will elaborate on this core subject matter in the discussion on the Greater Bay Area when I talk about the portfolio of the Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs
不過，我想借這個環節作一個點題，就是香港地小人多，沒有任何天然資源，唯一能夠依賴的是人才寶庫及制度優勢，而這種優勢已寫在大灣區綱要內。
However I wish to highlight one point in this Session that is Hong Kong is a small but crowded place that lacks natural resources so the only thing it can rely on is its treasure trove of talents and the advantages of its institutions . These advantages have been spelt out in the Outline Development Plan for the Greater Bay Area
香港能夠為國家進一步作出貢獻的基礎，就是我們的制度優勢。
The basis on which Hong Kong can make further contribution to the country is our institutional advantages
這種制度優勢不單是我們一向稱頌的公務員系統廉潔奉公，更重要的是我們的社會尊重法律，而這種法治精神不單能保障我們的人身自由，亦令整個法制在保障投資方面，提供一個清清楚楚、無須擔心的環境。
These advantages do not consist only of a civil service that is honest in performing its official duties something that we have all along sung praises of but more importantly our society respects the law and not only can this rule of law protect our personal freedom it also enables the whole legal system to provide a transparent setting free of concern about protection of investments
我記得李家超局長在回應記者的查詢時亦說過，如果沒有移交逃犯的安排，任何地方向他要人的時候，只要沒有全面移交的安排，他都可以站出來說不准許、不移交，但如果有移交逃犯安排，即使他可以向全世界說"不"因為在全世界的行事過程中有一種叫"不交國民"的安排但在"一 國"之下的香港，如果中央政府要人，其實是沒有基礎和條件拒絕其要求的，所以，這也是李家超局長在昨天回應......
I remember that when Secretary John LEE responded to queries from journalists he also said that without the arrangements for the surrender of fugitive offenders if any place requested him to hand over someone so long as no comprehensive arrangements for the surrender of fugitive offenders are in place he could come forth to say that he does not approve of it and that no transfer would be made . However if arrangements for the surrender of fugitive offenders are in place even though he can say no to the whole world―because in the dealings throughout the world there is a rule called no transfer of nationals―in Hong Kong under one country if the Central Authorities want someone there is no basis or means to turn down the request so that was the response of Secretary John LEE yesterday
因為這牽涉到香港社會的核心利益。
Because it is related to the core interests of Hong Kong society
我明白，但如果牽涉到香港社會核心利益的問題，我希望利用所有的場合來表達這個意見。
I understand it but on matters related to Hong Kongs core interests I wish to make use of all occasions available to express this view
我想指出的是，在香港，如果"一國兩制"之下的核心利益受損，受傷害的不單是我們的人身自由，而是牽涉到我們經濟發展的基礎條件，甚至是我們能否繼續履行貢獻國家的責任和任務，因為如果我們沒有了制度優勢，便變成了說甚麼枉然。
What I wish to point out is that in Hong Kong if our core interests under one country two systems are compromised what will be jeopardized is not just our personal freedoms rather the fundamentals of Hong Kongs economic development will also be at stake and it will even become questionable whether or not we can continue to fulfil the responsibilities and mission of making contribution to the country since without our institutional advantages any talk about anything is useless
所以，我很希望特區政府能夠認真思考，究竟通過移交逃犯的修訂條例草案對香港社會的本質有甚麼好處。
Therefore I hope very much that the SAR Government can consider seriously what fundamental benefits to Hong Kong society can be derived from passing the Amendment Bill on the surrender of fugitive offenders
再者，台灣當局已清楚表示，即使通過也不會處理有關的申請......政府又如何能夠達到目標呢？
Moreover the authorities in Taiwan have made it clear that even if it is passed the relevant application will not be processed so how can the Government attain its goal?
再者，衞生署本來有個很好的部門，負責處理基層醫療中最重要的環節家庭醫學。
What is more DH originally has a very good department to deal with the most important element of primary health care―family medicine
如果家庭醫學環節的訓練由衞生署負責，便會有清晰分工。
If the training in family medicine is handled by DH there will be a clearer division of labour
如此一來，試問如何貫徹由一個專責單位推動基層醫療及家庭醫學的方針？
In this way how can the objective of promoting primary health care and family medicine by one single dedicated agency be realized?
然而，這項如此重要的政策元素卻偏偏沒有一個合理的執行單位加以落實依我之見，最合理的執行單位莫過於衞生署。
That said such an important policy element is not implemented by a reasonable executive arm―DH is the most reasonable executive arm in my opinion
我試舉另一例子，以顯示基層醫療問題多麼嚴峻。
Let me cite another example to reveal how serious the problems with primary health care are