Chief Executive Tung Chee-Hwa . Chinese and English are the official languages with Cantonese most widely spoken. English is spoken by many, particularly in business circles. Full IDD is available. Local public telephone calls can be made either with phonecards or coins.
Local calls are free from private phones.
GSM single and dual bands provide coverage on the mainland and throughout the island. Bureaufax and international services are also available. Regular postal services are available. Airmail to Europe takes three to five days. Poste Restante facilities are available.