69.         We have adequate funding, sophisticated technology and feasible plans for increasing land supply. The only question is whether we can stand united with one vision.

70.         In considering whether a site should be developed, the use of the site after development, or how to accommodate different views and aspirations in the process of development, we do not have any perfect option. We have to make real and difficult choices. Should we preserve the North East New Territories as a rural area or develop it into a new town providing public rental housing, HOS flats, private residential flats and sites for different industries? In the Kai Tak Development Area, should we build a sports city or use the land for residential development? We must have the courage and resolve to make hard choices and decisions with the overall interests of the community in mind. The Government will strive to balance different interests when making choices. But the fact is that the community will never reach a full consensus over such issues. In fact, we cannot afford to, and should not, wait for a full consensus.

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