Treaty of Nanking

Quotes & References

Differences between England and China were settled in 1842 when China agreed to cede Hong Kong over to full British control via the Treaty of Nanking. But China turned the tables in 1995 when Britain was forced to return Hong Kong, which took effect in 1997. Other than that, the partners retain their former equal shared of the lucrative opium trade centered in Hong Kong.

— Dr. John Coleman; The Committee of 300

The Treaty of Nanking of 1842 gave Britain control over Hong Kong, plus about £15 million in silver.

— David Icke; The Biggest Secret