Cathay Pacific Airways, Hong Kong’s flagship airline, was founded.
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The Pink Star Diamond sold for a record USD 71 million in Hong Kong.
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The world's longest over sea bridge opened in China.
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The UK returned Hong Kong's control back to China after 156 years of British rule.