sentences:  Since the transfer of sovereignty of Hong Kong, Americans have arguably surpassed the British as the major non-Chinese influence.There are more Americans than Britons living in the territory, and 1,100 American companies employ 10% of the Hong Kong workforce; the former head of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, Eden Woon, was the first American to hold the position (1997–2006) in the territory's history.In addition, ships of the United States Navy make from 60 to 80 port visits each year.