Looking back at 1966, it was true that while Hong Kong had problems, on the whole the city enjoyed security, a good record of public health and a fair measure of prosperity. In the recording, Sir David Trench (1915-1988) wished all people good luck.
The Hong Kong riots began in May 1967. A labour dispute developed into large scale demonstrations against the Hong Kong British government. In the message, governor Sir David Trench (1915-1988) expresses his view on the event.
After the Hong Kong riots happened in May, Hong Kong British government organized a large-scale "Hong Kong Week", which in order to increase the sense of belonging to the Hong Kong people.
Returning from the UK in May 1968, governor Sir Daivd Trench (1915-1988) reported to us about financial affairs such as banking services, currency issues and the stock market.
The devaluation of the pound in November 1967 was not welcomed in many parts of the Sterling area like Hong Kong. In the recording, the governor Sir David Trench (1915-1988) explained the subject of Sterling balances in 1968.