Episode 2 of 3
Definition of Leased Territories
- When
- 9 June 1898
- Where
- New Territories
The convention defined the leased areas as the New Territories and New Kowloon, including 235 islands, for a 99-year term.
The territories north of Boundary Street and south of the Sham Chun River, later known as the New Territories, were leased to the United Kingdom. The agreement stipulated a 99-year rent-free term, expiring on 30 June 1997, integrating these areas into the crown colony.
Sources
- Convention for the Extension of Hong Kong Territory Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-01
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