If we are a good team and know what we want to do, one of us can defeat tons of them.
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Hong Kong people say Hong Kong needs to preserve its uniqueness. I say Hong Kong's uniqueness is in its diversity, its tolerance of difference cultures... China does not want to see Hong Kong in decline. I have full confidence in its future.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Hong Kong's strength lies in its diverse culture, which should be preserved to prevent decline.
In this quote, Jack Ma emphasizes the importance of Hong Kong's unique identity derived from its cultural diversity and tolerance. He expresses confidence in the region's future, suggesting that rather than cling to a singular notion of uniqueness, Hong Kong should embrace its varied cultural influences, which enable resilience and strength in the face of challenges.
Themes
Hong KongDiversityUniquenessCultureToleranceFuture
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about cultural integration at an international conference.
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