Resignation of SCED
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The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Frederick Ma, today (June 24) makes the following statement on his resignation:

    "I have recently discovered that I have 'cavernous hemangioma' and 'venous angioma'.  After discussing with my family, I have decided to step down from my current position. I tendered my resignation to the Chief Executive on June 12. The Chief Executive has discussed the matter with me and agreed to forward my resignation to the Central People's Government for consideration.

    I shall meet the media tomorrow (June 25) to give a full account of my decision."

Ends/Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Issued at HKT 22:48

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