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Written by: Zhou Lixi, Lin Jian, Chen Jialuo
2021-02-22 11:41
The last update date: 2021-02-22 12:21
The National Society for Hong Kong and Macau Studies held an online seminar this morning (22nd) on the theme of "Patriots Governing Hong Kong" in Hong Kong. Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office of the State Council, was the guest speaker. It was his first public speech after taking office. The principle of patriot ruling Hong Kong sets the tone.
According to the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office, Xia Baolong has set three major standards for "patriots ruling Hong Kong." The first is that patriots must sincerely safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests, and do not engage in activities that endanger national sovereignty and security. This is for patriots. The minimum standards, such as attacking the central government, publicly promoting "Hong Kong independence," and begging foreign countries to impose sanctions on Hong Kong, are undoubtedly not patriots.
The second is to respect and maintain the fundamental system of the country and the constitutional order of the SAR, and not to harm the socialist system led by the Communist Party of China. The third is to spare no effort to maintain the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong, emphasizing that "speculators" are not among the patriots.
The seminar was hosted by the National Hong Kong and Macau Research Association under the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office. It was held in Beijing from 9 am to 12:30 am on Monday. The theme was "Patriots Governing Hong Kong" in Hong Kong.
The full text of Xia Baolong is as follows:
Xia Baolong: Fully implement the principle of "Patriots governing Hong Kong" and promote the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" with steady progress
Perfecting the "One Country, Two Systems" system and implementing the "Patriots Governing Hong Kong" Fundamental Symposium was held in Beijing on February 22.
Xia Baolong, vice chairman of the CPPCC National Committee and director of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, attended the opening ceremony and delivered a speech.
Xia Baolong said that when President Xi Jinping listened to the 2020 report of the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Carrie Lam, he pointed out that Hong Kong’s major transition from chaos and governance once again revealed a profound truth: to ensure that the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" is stable and long-term, we must always adhere to it. "Patriots govern Hong Kong."
This important statement is a high-level refinement of the practical experience of "one country, two systems" since the return of Hong Kong. It is a profound revelation of the law of practice of "one country, two systems" and points out the direction for promoting the practice of "one country, two systems" for stability and long-term stability and long-term stability in Hong Kong.
Xia Baolong said that "patriots govern Hong Kong" is the core of the "one country, two systems" policy.
"Patriots governing Hong Kong" means that Hong Kong after the return to the motherland will be governed by patriots, and the power of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region must be in the hands of patriots.
"Patriots governing Hong Kong" is the meaning of the "one country, two systems" policy.
Comrade Deng Xiaoping has long clearly stated that there is a boundary and standard for "Hong Kong people ruling Hong Kong", that is, Hong Kong people with patriots as the main body must govern Hong Kong.
The "One Country, Two Systems" policy has included the important ideological connotation of "patriots ruling Hong Kong" from the very beginning.
To implement "Hong Kong people ruling Hong Kong", we must insist on "patriots ruling Hong Kong"; insisting on "patriots ruling Hong Kong" can "one country, two systems" be fully and accurately implemented.
"Patriots ruling Hong Kong" is an inevitable requirement of the great historical change of Hong Kong's return to the motherland.
The return of Hong Kong to the motherland means that the Chinese government has resumed the exercise of sovereignty over Hong Kong, opening a new era in which Hong Kong compatriots are the masters of the country, and Hong Kong's governance rights will return to the hands of the Chinese people.
Governance and sovereignty are inseparable.
Hong Kong's governing power can only be reflected in the hands of Chinese who love the motherland and Hong Kong, and China can resume its sovereignty over Hong Kong.
"Patriots governing Hong Kong" is a fundamental principle that must be followed to fully and accurately implement the "one country, two systems" policy.
To ensure that the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" continues in the correct direction, goes far and without distortion, an important prerequisite is that those who govern Hong Kong must be able to fully and accurately understand and implement the "One Country, Two Systems" policy.
Those who govern Hong Kong must deeply recognize that "one country" is the prerequisite and foundation of "two systems", maintain a clear-cut stand for the constitutional order established by the Constitution and the Basic Law, fully respect the socialist system implemented by the main body of the country, and correctly handle the central and special administrative regions involved On issues related to relations, firmly safeguarding national sovereignty, security, development interests and Hong Kong’s long-term prosperity and stability, adhere to the bottom line of the principle of "one country, two systems," and firmly oppose foreign interference in Hong Kong affairs.
Adhering to "patriots ruling Hong Kong" is a major issue of principle related to the success or failure of the "one country, two systems" cause, and there is no room for ambiguity.
Reprimand someone for using rebellion against the motherland as political capital
As a special administrative region of the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong’s governing power must be in the hands of patriots. This is a basic political ethic that is justified.
Looking around the world, people running for office in almost all countries and regions must try to show their patriotism in various ways. They are more patriotic than anyone else.
In Hong Kong alone, some people used rebellion against their motherland as political capital to show off. They even used opposition to the country, resisting the central government, and demonizing their own nation as campaign slogans. The ugly political performance during the oath of office was really aggressive. Strange thing!
Adhering to "patriots ruling Hong Kong" is not a high standard, but the minimum standard of "Hong Kong people ruling Hong Kong" in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
Xia Baolong said that "patriots ruling Hong Kong" is the call of the times to advance the cause of "one country, two systems."
The fact that Hong Kong has returned to the motherland for more than 20 years has fully proved that "One Country, Two Systems" is not only the best solution to the Hong Kong problem left over from history, but also the best institutional arrangement for Hong Kong to maintain long-term prosperity and stability. It has strong vitality and institutional superiority. We will continue Unswervingly implement the principles of "one country, two systems", "Hong Kong people ruling Hong Kong" and a high degree of autonomy.
At the same time, we should also be soberly aware that as an unprecedented pioneering enterprise, the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" has not always been smooth sailing. Since the return of Hong Kong, there have been some things that are not conducive to the smooth implementation of "One Country, Two Systems" and even violate the "One Country, Two Systems". The principle of "one country, two systems", phenomena and problems that challenge the bottom line of the principle of "one country, two systems".
The anti-China and Hong Kong forces cannot be allowed to seize the power of governance step by step
Radical separatists such as anti-China chaos in Hong Kong and "Hong Kong independence" have entered the governance structure of the Special Administrative Region through various elections, including the Legislative Council, the Chief Executive Election Committee, and district councils.
They use these platforms to spread the idea of "Hong Kong independence", resist central governance, incite dissatisfaction with the Mainland, wantonly obstruct the government of the Special Administrative Region, harm the welfare of Hong Kong citizens, and do not hesitate to make the entire Hong Kong society pay a heavy price.
Like the street violents, they are all politically "speculationists" and they are the source of chaos in Hong Kong and the scourge of the country.
If you allow the anti-China forces to take over the governance of Hong Kong step by step and do whatever they want, they want to engage in various activities that endanger national security and undermine Hong Kong’s prosperity and stability. If you allow foreign forces to interfere in political affairs such as elections in Hong Kong, think about it, Hong Kong. What is the prospect of
Is there a peaceful day in Hong Kong?
Can Hong Kong's status as an international financial, trade, and shipping center be maintained?
Can the major livelihood issues such as housing and employment that Hong Kong residents are most concerned about still be effectively resolved?
Can "One Country, Two Systems" continue smoothly?
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There are many reasons why the anti-China chaos in Hong Kong are able to make waves and succeed in Hong Kong under "one country, two systems."
One of the direct reasons is that the principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong" has not been fully implemented.
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has not yet truly formed a solid "patriot ruling Hong Kong" situation.
People from all walks of life in Hong Kong have also become more and more aware that it is an urgent matter to correct the root cause on the major issue of "patriots ruling Hong Kong", and it is a shared responsibility to implement the fundamental principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong."
Xia Baolong said that we must uphold the objective standard of "patriots ruling Hong Kong."
Protesters.
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Three Standards of "Patriot Ruling Hong Kong"
How to judge whether a person is a patriot?
Comrade Deng Xiaoping once made a classic statement: "The standard of a patriot is to respect one's own nation and sincerely support the motherland's restoration of its sovereignty over Hong Kong, without jeopardizing the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong."
This exposition of Comrade Deng Xiaoping focused on the situation before the return of Hong Kong. The standard defined was very broad, reflecting the broad political vision of the Chinese Communist Party.
In the final analysis, patriotism depends on whether a person has a patriotic heart. This is what Comrade Xiaoping called "sincerity."
Combining with the various phenomena and problems that have emerged during the transitional period of Hong Kong and since its return, especially the actions of patriots and the actions of anti-China chaos in Hong Kong, it can be clearly seen that there is a clear difference between the two.
Mainly manifested in 3 aspects:
1. Patriots must sincerely safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests
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On the contrary, anti-China chaos in Hong Kong will not only not safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests, but will also deliberately engage in activities that endanger national sovereignty, security, and development interests.
President Xi Jinping’s important speech at the celebration of the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland publicly declared the untouchable "three bottom lines" under "One Country, Two Systems", pointing out any threats to national sovereignty and security, challenges to the central authority and the authority of Hong Kong’s Basic Law, and use of Hong Kong’s opposition Infiltration and sabotage activities in the Mainland are all touching the bottom line and must not be allowed.
It can be said that not engaging in activities that endanger national sovereignty and security is the lowest standard for patriots.
Those who use various means to hysterically attack the central government, publicly promote the "Hong Kong independence" proposition, "badge" countries and Hong Kong internationally, and beg foreign countries to impose sanctions and pressure on Hong Kong are undoubtedly not patriots.
Those who violate the Hong Kong National Security Law are not among the patriots.
Opposing the founder of "One Country, Two Systems" is self-contradictory
2. Patriots must respect and maintain the fundamental system of the country and the constitutional order of the special administrative region
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The country is not abstract, nor is patriotism abstract. To love the country is to love the People’s Republic of China.
The Constitution is the fundamental law of the country and the mother law of Hong Kong's Basic Law.
It is the common responsibility and obligation of all Chinese people, including Hong Kong compatriots, to safeguard the fundamental national system and the authority of the Constitution established by the Constitution.
The constitution must be obeyed, and violation of it is illegal.
Upholding the authority and dignity of the Constitution is an inevitable requirement for every Chinese citizen, and it is also the code of action for patriots.
The Communist Party of China led the people to create the People’s Republic of China. In our country where socialist democracy is practiced, political dissent can be allowed, but there is a red line here, that is, it must not be allowed to damage the fundamental system of the country, that is, damage the leadership of the Communist Party of China. Of the socialist system.
"One country, two systems" is an important part of socialism with Chinese characteristics. The Communist Party of China is the leader of socialism with Chinese characteristics, the founder of the "one country, two systems" policy, and the leader of the "one country, two systems" cause. If a person claims to support "one country, two systems," But oppose the founder and leader of "One Country, Two Systems". Isn't that a contradiction?
The constitutional order of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is determined by the National Constitution and the Basic Law, and its core is the legal status of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in the country and the relationship between the Central and the Special Administrative Region.
To respect and maintain the constitutional order of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, we must firmly maintain national unity and sovereignty security, accurately understand and grasp the relationship between the central government and the Special Administrative Region, and earnestly respect and maintain the various powers granted to the central government by the Constitution and the Hong Kong Basic Law, and correctly exercise them. The high degree of autonomy of special administrative regions.
Those who challenge the fundamental system of the country, refuse to accept or deliberately distort Hong Kong's constitutional order are not among the patriots.
Communist Party of China.
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Anti-China chaos in Hong Kong brought terrorism to Hong Kong
3. The Patriots must do their utmost to maintain the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong
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Hong Kong "dark violence," "speculation," and "Hong Kong independence" elements do not hesitate to destroy Hong Kong in order to coerce the people and coerce the central government.
People have become more and more aware that the "speculators", whether they are on the streets or in the Legislative Council or the District Council, are by no means maintaining the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong. On the contrary, they are the destroyers of Hong Kong's prosperity and stability.
The "speculators" are certainly not among the patriots.
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is an inseparable part of the People's Republic of China. Allegiance to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region should first be loyal to the People's Republic of China.
Love Hong Kong and patriotism cannot be separated, let alone opposed.
The vast majority of Chinese citizens in Hong Kong society are patriotic.
Opposite the patriots are those few anti-China rioters.
They are the saboteurs of "one country, two systems," and they cannot be allowed to interfere with the regime of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
Not allowed now, nor will it be allowed in the future.
The fact that Hong Kong returned to Hong Kong for more than 20 years proves that a small number of anti-China chaos in Hong Kong will only bring disasters such as destruction, turmoil and terror to Hong Kong. Only patriots can truly benefit Hong Kong people, bring prosperity and stability to Hong Kong, and promote Hong Kong and the motherland. Develop together.
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To say that "patriots govern Hong Kong" must not be "all colors"
Our emphasis on "patriots ruling Hong Kong" is by no means trying to be "all colors."
The vast majority of Hong Kong citizens have a tradition of patriotism and love for Hong Kong. The scope of "patriots" was, is and will be extensive in the future.
Hong Kong has a blend of Chinese and Western cultures and a diverse and diverse society. Due to long-term living in a capitalist society like Hong Kong, some citizens do not know much about the country and the mainland, and even have various prejudices and prejudices against the country and the mainland.
The Central Committee understands and tolerates these people's attitudes, and firmly believes that they will continue to uphold their patriotic and love Hong Kong stand, draw a clear line with anti-China chaos in Hong Kong, and actively participate in the governance of Hong Kong.
Xia Baolong said that in the regime structure of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, those who hold important positions, hold important powers, and shoulder important governance responsibilities must be staunch patriots.
In terms of patriotic standards, there should be higher demands on them.
Those who govern the SAR need to meet four requirements: dare to take responsibility and be united
For those with important governance responsibilities in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the following requirements should be met:
First, the principle of "one country, two systems" must be fully and accurately implemented
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We must thoroughly and systematically study and understand the essence of the "one country, two systems" policy, and be good at applying the theory of "one country, two systems" to analyze and resolve various difficulties and problems facing Hong Kong.
Regardless of the difficulties and challenges encountered, we will always be firm in the "one country, two systems" system. We will always stand on the fundamental interests of the country and the overall interests of Hong Kong, grasp the right direction and stick to the bottom line of principle.
The second is to adhere to principles and dare to take responsibility.
On major issues of principle concerning national sovereignty, security, development interests, and the long-term prosperity and stability of Hong Kong, those in charge of the governance of the Special Administrative Region must stand up bravely, stand at the forefront, and take the maintenance of "one country, two systems" as the supreme responsibility, and meet those challenges. Resolutely fight against the "one country, two systems" principle and actions that undermine the practice of "one country, two systems".
The third is to have a "big nation" in mind.
The destiny of Hong Kong has always been closely connected with the destiny of the motherland, and we share weal and woe.
We must stand at the strategic height of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and the overall development of the country, plan the future of Hong Kong, manage Hong Kong's affairs well, and promote the practice of "one country, two systems."
We must put aside all hesitation and sway, seize the strategic opportunity of the motherland to comprehensively promote the modernization drive, combine backing on the motherland with facing the world, combine the needs of the country with the strengths of Hong Kong, combine the support of the motherland with our own efforts, and create Hong Kong A brighter future will add luster to the great revival of the Chinese nation.
The fourth is sincere unity.
Patriots must have a common goal and a common ideal, and they must think in one place and work hard together. Under the common banner of patriotism and Hong Kong, they must unite closely to stimulate the positive energy of the whole society and form patriotism. The powerful power and momentum of governing Hong Kong.
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Xia Baolong said that to implement the principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong", relevant systems must be improved.
The implementation of the principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong" requires multiple measures and comprehensive policies. The most critical and urgent one is to improve the relevant systems, especially the relevant electoral system, to ensure that Hong Kong's governance is firmly controlled by patriotism and love for Hong Kong. In the hands.
To this end, the following principles must be adhered to:
First, we must act in strict accordance with the Constitution and the Basic Law.
To further improve Hong Kong's electoral system is to close the relevant legal loopholes within the framework of the Constitution and the Basic Law, and on the basis of summing up the practical experience and lessons of "one country, two systems" since the return of Hong Kong.
Hong Kong’s electoral system must achieve such an effect: it not only fully respects the democratic rights of the public, but also effectively safeguards national sovereignty, security, and development interests; it not only respects and protects the high degree of autonomy enjoyed by Hong Kong in accordance with the law, but also effectively guarantees the central government’s comprehensive management of Hong Kong. Governance; not only to ensure the fairness, fairness, and openness of various elections, but also to effectively prevent anti-China chaos in Hong Kong and political agents of international anti-China forces from entering the organs of power in the special administrative region.
Second, the central leadership must be respected.
The power to create special administrative regions and establish a system of special administrative regions lies with the central government.
The electoral system is an important part of the political system and political system of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The improvement of the relevant electoral system must be carried out under the leadership of the central government.
There is no contradiction between respecting the central leadership and respecting the power of the special administrative region government to handle related affairs in accordance with the law.
In the process of improving the relevant electoral system, the central government will definitely communicate in depth with the government of the special administrative region and fully listen to the opinions of all sectors of Hong Kong society.
Third, it must conform to the actual situation in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong’s election system must not simply copy or apply foreign election systems.
An election system that conforms to Hong Kong's actual conditions and is conducive to maintaining national security and maintaining Hong Kong's long-term prosperity and stability is the best system.
Fourth, the administrative leadership system must be implemented.
Hong Kong implements an executive-led system with the chief executive at the core.
The Chief Executive is in a leading and central position in the structure and operation of the power of the Special Administrative Region.
To improve the electoral system, more consideration should be given to how to improve the relationship between the executive and the legislature, continuously improve the governance efficiency of the special administrative region government, enhance the governance capacity and level of the special administrative region, and promote good governance.
More consideration should be given to how to promote the realization of halting disputes and to build consensus, so as to gather all forces on the top priority of developing the economy and improving people's livelihood.
Fifth, there must be a sound system guarantee
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"Patriots governing Hong Kong" must be implemented in the system.
It is necessary to improve the relevant system and provide effective methods to ensure that the members of the administrative, legislative, and judicial bodies of the special administrative region and the heads of important statutory bodies are all held by true patriots.
Important posts must not be occupied by anti-China chaos in Hong Kong under any circumstances.
Since the return of Hong Kong, the central government has always unswervingly followed the Hong Kong Basic Law and the relevant decisions of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress to sincerely promote the gradual and orderly development of Hong Kong's democratic system, and to the greatest extent guarantee the majority of Hong Kong residents to exercise their democratic rights.
The purpose of improving Hong Kong’s electoral system is also to ensure a healthier and smoother development of Hong Kong’s democratic system.
The development of Hong Kong's democratic system cannot deviate from the fundamental principle of "patriots govern Hong Kong."
Claiming to "replay the old tune": correct the crooked tune
Xia Baolong finally stated that many of the things I said today are actually "replaying the old tune."
Considering that there are always people in Hong Kong and the international community who deliberately sing our good tunes out of tune, or even out of tune, we need to play the old tunes louder and clearer, and correct the wrong tunes. This Call to Zhengshi!
It has been nearly 24 years since the return of Hong Kong and 22 years since the return of Macau. There is an old tune that has to be sung. This is that "one country, two systems" will not change!
Whether it is enacting and implementing the Hong Kong National Security Law, improving the special administrative region election system, and everything else we do, we are adhering to and improving "One Country, Two Systems", and are all to unswervingly let the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" follow the correct path. Go more steady and go further!
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