There is also every indication that the powers in Beijing recognise the importance of the rule of law and that its proper observance in the commercial arena is goodfor business and at the core of China's prosperity and stability.
Top-rank players, including Tony Greig, then captain of England, and various South Africans, banned from the world game during apartheid, were poached for Mr Packer's teams, where they were treated to good pay andproper contracts.