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In response to media enquiries on the arrival of Real Madrid Team, a spokesman for the Leisure and Cultural Services Department said:

"We welcome the revision made so that the Real Madrid Team will make a public appearance at the Hong Kong International Airport on their arrival.

Full support will be rendered by the Airport management and the Police on the crowd control arrangement."

The spokesman appeals for cooperation from the public who may go to the airport to ensure the reception is conducted in an orderly manner.

End/Tuesday, August 5, 2003

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