GEM, too, but it is counting on Hong Kong's unique position as the financial gateway to China to make a difference.

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Chongqing, regarded as the gateway to western China, is home to 31 million people - more than 10 times the population of Wales - and an estimated 260, 000 are expected at the Welsh exhibition.

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The entire territory -- this dazzling financial and trade hub of Asia, gateway to the emerging economic powerhouse of China -- lies literally at the magnate's feet.

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Disneyland Hong Kong would certainly further buttress the territory's position as China's window and gateway to the world.

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