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Following is the transcript of a media session on Ngong Ping 360 by the Secretary for Economic Development and Labour, Mr Stephen Ip, at West Wing lobby of the Central Government Offices today (October 27) (English portion):
Reporter: What actions will the Government take?
The Secretary for Economic Development and Labour: We are very concerned about the incident. We have been in touch with the MTRC and Skyrail, expressing our concern about the incident. The EMSD has asked for a report on the incident. The two companies will have to do an investigation and report to EMSD. We have also requested both companies to do a comprehensive review of the operation to ensure safety and smooth operation. So they have to submit a report to EMSD in a few weeks' time.
(Please also refer to the Chinese portion)
Ends/Friday, October 27, 2006
Issued at HKT 20:18
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