Zhang Jianzong said that civil servants swear an oath and declare that it is not a paper document to collectively demonstrate loyalty and commitment

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Written by: Lao Minyi

2021-01-17 09:00

Last update date: 2021-01-17 09:00

Chief Secretary for Administration Zhang Jianzong stated in his blog today (17th) that Hong Kong’s high-quality and independent judicial system is precious. Any behavior or speech that interferes with the court’s exercise of independent judicial power is unacceptable. He believes that citizens should not use any means. Put pressure on judges or courts, or even make personal attacks, so as not to affect the confidence of the local and international communities in Hong Kong’s rule of law and judicial independence.

He also pointed out that civil servants are an important part of the governance team and are absolutely responsible for upholding the Basic Law and implementing "One Country, Two Systems." Signing a sworn statement is not just an oath or a piece of paper, but a collective demonstration of loyalty and commitment.

Zhang Jianzong said that the signing of the sworn statement by civil servants is not just an oath or a piece of paper, but a collective demonstration of loyalty and commitment.

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In his article, Zhang Jianzong pointed out that a series of serious violent incidents occurred in 2019, but the foundation of Hong Kong’s rule of law is still solid and reflected in multiple indicators, such as the “World Justice Project”’s latest “2020 Rule of Law Index”. Hong Kong continues to be in East Asia and the Pacific. The region ranks fifth and 16th in the world, ranking higher than the United States. He believes that Hong Kong's insistence on upholding the rule of law is clearly affirmed.

The SAR government will do its best to unswervingly defend judicial independence

He stated that the SAR government will do its best to continue to unswervingly defend judicial independence, uphold and respect the spirit of the rule of law, and act as a defender of the Basic Law and a defender of the rule of law.

He also pointed out that the implementation of the "Hong Kong National Security Law" has reversed the chaos of attempts to "Hong Kong independence" and severe violence, restored stability in Hong Kong and normalized society.

Public servants swear or sign to collectively demonstrate loyalty and commitment

The SAR government issued a notice to various policy bureaus and departments on January 15, announcing the requirements for making an oath or signing a declaration for civil servants hired before July 1, 2020.

All current civil servants hired before that date must sign a declaration to support the Basic Law, be loyal to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, be dedicated to their duties and be responsible to the Special Administrative Region Government.

The SAR government has also introduced an oath or signing of declaration arrangements for civil servants who entered employment on or after July 1, 2020, as part of the terms of employment. So far, more than 4,000 civil servants who have joined the SAR government have signed up since July 1, 2020. statement.

Zhang Jianzong believes that civil servants are an important part of the governance team of the SAR government and are absolutely responsible for upholding the Basic Law and implementing "One Country, Two Systems." .

Ensure vaccines meet safety, efficacy and quality requirements

In addition, the Hong Kong government has purchased three vaccines from different technology platforms through a pre-purchase agreement, each purchasing 7.5 million doses. In the case of two doses per person, the purchase amount is enough to cover 1.5 times the population of Hong Kong, allowing citizens to receive free vaccination , And the priority group will be processed first.

Zhang Jianzong said that based on scientific evidence and the principle of openness and transparency, the latest vaccine information will be provided to the public through different channels and expert opinions will be published.

He also pointed out that in view of the different vaccine information circulating in the market, some of it is not true, or even contains false and misleading information, and appeals to the public not to trust unverified online information. The SAR government will immediately clarify and reconcile if necessary. Refute the rumors to face up.

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