Xia Baolong, Director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, delivered a speech in which he talked about the Legislative Council elections for a long time, saying that there are some people in the world who ignore the facts and slander and slander Hong Kong's electoral system. They can only expose their ignorance, arrogance and prejudice. He also said: " Those anti-China elements who have forgotten their ancestors and colluded with external forces, no matter where they fled, will eventually be nailed to the pillar of shame in history and be punished as they deserve."
Full text of Xia Baolong's speech
Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor,
Dear friends from Hong Kong,
ladies and gentlemen:
good afternoon everyone.
It is a great pleasure to attend today's event via video.
First of all, I would like to extend my warm congratulations to the publication of the second volume of "Hong Kong Chronicles" "The Chronicles of Hong Kong's Participation in National Reform and Opening Up" and the signing of the "Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Chronicles" cooperation memorandum!
Under the cordial care of President Xi Jinping, and with the strong support of relevant central departments and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government, the United Hong Kong Fund, led by Vice Chairman Tung Chee-hwa, established the Hong Kong Local History Center, bringing together many social talents, experts and scholars to compile the "Hong Kong History". .
Since then, there has been a local history book named after Hong Kong in the great cultural treasure trove of local history of the Chinese nation.
It not only records the historical changes of Hong Kong’s vicissitudes of life, but also has the function of learning from the past, knowing the present, and educating people. It helps people understand where Hong Kong came from, what road it has traveled, and where it will go, thereby further strengthening Hong Kong compatriots. His patriotism, national pride and self-confidence have created a brighter future for Hong Kong in the historical process of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Opening "Hong Kong Chronicles", we can see that Hong Kong has been China's sacred territory since ancient times, and an organic part of the long and splendid Chinese civilization.
As early as the ancient times, the ancestors of China had already thrived in this hot land of Hong Kong.
Since the establishment of the three Lingnan counties in the Qin Dynasty, Hong Kong has been under the jurisdiction of the central government.
Chinese culture has a long history and roots in Hong Kong. It has been inherited and developed continuously through writing, customs, opera, and architecture.
In the long history of more than 5,000 years, Hong Kong has always been nurtured and nourished by Chinese culture.
Opening the "Hong Kong Chronicles", we can see that Hong Kong was forced to separate from the motherland 180 years ago.
After the outbreak of the Opium War, Hong Kong was forcibly occupied by British colonists. Since then, China has gradually become a semi-colonial and semi-feudal society, and the country has been humiliated, the people suffered, and civilization has been dusted.
But the Chinese sons and daughters have never succumbed.
Whether it was the bloody resistance of the "New Territories" villagers in the early days of the occupation, or their participation in the magnificent struggles during the Revolution of 1911, the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, and the War of Liberation, Hong Kong compatriots fought shoulder to shoulder with the people of the motherland, and succeeded in succeeding, and there have been many epic heroic deeds.
Opening the "Hong Kong Chronicles", we can see that since the founding of the People's Republic of China, Hong Kong compatriots have always been in the same boat and advancing hand in hand with the motherland, creating one miracle after another.
The founding of the People’s Republic of China announced that the era of the Chinese nation’s slaughter and bullying is gone forever, and Hong Kong has since then gained the strongest backing.
In the 1960s, in order to solve the serious water shortage and basic living materials problems of Hong Kong compatriots, the central government resolutely invested in the construction of the Dongjiang water supply project and opened the "three express trains" when the mainland was extremely difficult.
The majority of Hong Kong compatriots have a heart for the motherland, especially since the reform and opening up of the country, they have actively invested in the motherland, created many "national firsts" and made important and irreplaceable contributions to the development of the country.
Opening "Hong Kong Chronicles", we can see that a century-old wanderer finally returned to the embrace of the motherland, and Hong Kong under the "one country, two systems" has since embarked on a broad road of common development with the motherland and never separated.
On July 1, 1997, Hong Kong returned to the motherland, washing away the centuries-old shame of the Chinese nation.
On both sides of the Xiangjiang River, the waves are rushing; under the Lion Rock, the red flag is fluttering.
The fate of Hong Kong has since been in the hands of the Hong Kong compatriots who are the masters of the country.
Despite the repeated impacts of the international financial crisis, the outbreak of SARS and the new crown, and the various anti-China forces making waves, Hong Kong will always be able to overcome challenges, turn dangers into vanity, and maintain prosperity and stability.
A large number of facts eloquently prove that the practice of "one country, two systems" has achieved universally recognized success.
Looking back on the course Hong Kong has gone through, we have a deep feeling that no matter what disasters and setbacks Hong Kong has experienced, Hong Kong compatriots are connected with the people of the motherland, and Hong Kong is inseparable from the motherland.
Hong Kong compatriots have a glorious patriotic tradition. During the struggle for Hong Kong's return to the motherland, the belief in patriotism and love for Hong Kong has been firmly established.
Today, as the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has long been incorporated into the national governance system, as the practice of "one country, two systems" is advancing in depth, we should hold high the banner of patriotism and love for Hong Kong even more confidently.
In particular, the major transition from chaos to governance in Hong Kong in the past two years has fully proved that to ensure that the practice of "one country, two systems" is stable and far-reaching, we must always adhere to the fundamental principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong".
Only by truly implementing the "patriots ruling Hong Kong" can Hong Kong achieve long-term prosperity, stability and long-term stability, and Hong Kong compatriots can realize their yearning and pursuit of a better life and make their due contributions to the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
In the two seminars held by the National Hong Kong and Macau Research Association on February 22 and July 16 this year, I have systematically talked about the connotation, standards, and requirements of "patriots ruling Hong Kong".
Today we will talk about this issue again, and there have been many new changes in the space-time environment.
We are very pleased to see that the Hong Kong National Security Law has been implemented smoothly, and some anti-China and Hong Kong elements who violate the law are being sanctioned as they should; the new electoral system is being implemented step by step, which embodies the principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong". The requested new election committee has been successfully born.
On December 19, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region will hold elections for the seventh Legislative Council in accordance with the new electoral system revised by the Basic Law. This will help implement the principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong", develop democracy in line with Hong Kong's reality, and shape a new pattern of good governance and good governance in Hong Kong. It is of great significance.
Here, I want to talk about some views.
First of all, it is emphasized that the participation of "patriots ruling Hong Kong" is very wide and the stage is very large.
When we talk about "patriots ruling Hong Kong", we definitely do not want to be "one-size-fits-all". We emphasize that "Hong Kong independence" elements and anti-China chaos in Hong Kong must never enter the governance structure of the special administrative region.
In addition, on the premise of upholding the "One Country, Two Systems" policy, loyal to the People’s Republic of China and its Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and abiding by the Constitution and the Basic Law, as well as the Hong Kong National Security Law, as long as they are good at fully and accurately implementing the "One Country, Two Systems" policy in the practice of governing Hong Kong, and be good at Solving the various contradictions and problems facing the development of Hong Kong, being good at doing practical things for the people, being good at uniting all forces, and being good at performing duties and responsibilities can all become Hong Kong governors.
In other words, "patriots ruling Hong Kong" are "multiple colors" and are diverse.
This diversity is reflected in the diversity of identities, no matter what class, sector, occupation, or ethnicity, there are opportunities to participate; this diversity is reflected in the diversity of values, no matter what kind of thinking you hold Concepts, political attitudes, religious beliefs, and interest appeals all have the opportunity to participate; this diversity is also reflected in the tolerance of the social system, allowing Hong Kong to continue while the main body of the country implements the socialist system Implement a capitalist system and continue to maintain your own way of life. No matter which system you believe in and which way of life you like, you have the opportunity to participate.
In short, under the banner of patriotism and Hong Kong, we want to maximize the radius of tolerance and diversity, and draw the most important thing in the fundamental interests of Hong Kong, which is consistent with Hong Kong’s fundamental interests of "One Country, Two Systems" practice, stability and long-term prosperity and stability, and Hong Kong’s long-term prosperity and stability. Concentric circles.
Recently, I have seen in the Hong Kong news media that applications for the 7th Legislative Council election in Hong Kong are very active. A total of 153 candidates are running for 90 seats. The relevant election activities are in full swing.
Some visited voters, some set up street stations, and some participated in election forums. The candidates actively sought support from voters by comparing their expertise, political platforms, ideas, commitments, and contributions.
Various groups and Hong Kong citizens responded, and there were many supporters.
I applaud and praise this kind of picture and atmosphere!
Judging from the reactions of all sectors of Hong Kong society, this fully demonstrates the following advantages and characteristics of the new electoral system:
First, it fully demonstrates the broad representation of the new electoral system.
The Legislative Council is a representative body of public opinion, and its composition must be broadly representative.
The new electoral system has attracted more people to stand for election, most of whom are new faces, showing a new look.
Judging from the background of the candidates, there are not only elite leaders in the business, academic, and professional circles, but also representatives of labor, staff, and SME operators from the grassroots; there are both native Hong Kong people and Mandarin-speaking "Hong Kong Drifters". "Taiwan-born people, "foreigners" who have joined Chinese nationality; both experienced senior political participants and a new generation of young people full of motivation and innovation.
Overall, the diverse backgrounds of candidates can be described as unprecedented.
People who live in public housing and "subsidiary housing", bus captains, registered electricians, etc. become candidates for election to the Legislative Council, which was not available in Hong Kong in the past.
The second is to fully demonstrate the political tolerance of the new electoral system.
This election is not "monophonic." The candidates come from different political groups and political factions, representing different political spectrums, and holding different political ideas and ambitions.
Many people with different political opinions and opinions were successfully nominated.
Among them are candidates supported by political groups and independent individuals who stand for elections on their own. Like all legislative council election candidates, they compete on the same platform, reflecting the maximum openness and tolerance of the new electoral system.
The third is to fully demonstrate the balanced participation of the new electoral system.
The new electoral system divides the legislative council seats into three major sections, and the composition structure has been optimized, so that representatives of all classes, sectors, and all sectors can participate in the legislature, thereby ensuring a balanced degree of political participation and a balance of interests.
Since the development of capitalism in Hong Kong, many contradictions have been accumulated. Objectively, it is necessary for the Legislative Council to take into account the different interests of all classes and sectors of Hong Kong society. It is especially beneficial to the development of capitalism while also better balancing the overall interests and sectors of Hong Kong. Different interests and regional interests.
The new electoral system meets this need, better reflects public opinion, and is more in line with Hong Kong's reality.
Fourth, it fully demonstrates the fair competition of the new electoral system.
In this Legislative Council election, all 90 seats are in competition, and no one can be elected automatically.
This has never happened since Hong Kong returned to China.
It can be said that "there is competition in a region, and every sector has a choice."
More importantly, the new election system makes election activities more rational, fair, and orderly, pays more attention to people's livelihood and development issues, and pays more attention to the ability and quality of candidates.
As some Hong Kong citizens have said, Hong Kong has blindly pursued Western-style democracy for a long time in the past, but what actually brought to Hong Kong society was not true democracy, but social division and violent struggles, leading to social disorder, economic imbalance, and management. The crisis of ineffective governance and the tragedy brought about by the "dark violence" in Hong Kong are vivid and painful in our hearts. Hong Kong residents have not really enjoyed democracy.
The new electoral system will return elections to healthy competition, which will bring benefits and well-being to us Hong Kong people.
According to the new electoral system, the election of the seventh legislative council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region by fair competition is the need to fully implement the principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong", to develop the economy, improve people's livelihood, and maintain Hong Kong's long-term prosperity and stability. It is also the need for Hong Kong to develop democracy. To realize the need for good governance and good governance.
The development of democracy in Hong Kong depends on the active participation of the broad masses of Hong Kong people to promote; the good governance and good governance of Hong Kong depend on the broad masses of Hong Kong people sharing the responsibility to create.
We firmly believe that all Hong Kong residents who support "one country, two systems" and hope that Hong Kong will become better and better will certainly exercise their democratic rights in accordance with the law as a master, and solemnly cast their sacred vote to elect members of the Legislative Council in everyone's minds. .
What everyone cast is not only personal votes, but also firm confidence in "one country, two systems", good hopes for the country's prosperity and prosperity, and common aspirations for the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong.
Here, I would like to solemnly reiterate that what kind of electoral system Hong Kong implements is China’s internal affairs. Whether Hong Kong’s electoral system is good or not depends on whether it conforms to Hong Kong’s reality and whether it is conducive to Hong Kong’s long-term prosperity, stability, and long-term stability.
In this regard, no external forces have the right to interfere.
There are some people in the world who ignore the facts and wantonly smear and slander Hong Kong's electoral system. They can only expose their ignorance, arrogance and prejudice.
A large number of facts have proved that they are not the "top students" in the democratic classroom, and they are not even qualified to be "teachers."
The Chinese people have never been so confident in the socialist democratic system with Chinese characteristics as they are today, and in developing a democratic system in line with the actual conditions of Hong Kong.
As for those anti-China elements who have forgotten their ancestors and colluded with external forces, no matter where they fled, they will eventually be nailed to the pillar of shame in history and be punished as they deserve.
Distinguished guests and friends,
History illuminates the future, and there is no end to struggle.
The best memorial to history is to create a new history.
President Xi Jinping said: "We must organically integrate the maintenance of the central government’s power to govern the Hong Kong and Macao Special Administrative Regions and the protection of a high degree of autonomy in the Special Administrative Regions to ensure that the principle of'one country, two systems' will not change or waver, and that the practice of'one country, two systems' will not be deformed. Not going out of style." Reviewing this important speech by President Xi, this is to give us the greatest confidence and confidence in advancing the practice of "One Country, Two Systems", stably and far-reaching, and maintaining Hong Kong's long-term prosperity and stability.
We firmly believe that with the joint efforts of all the Chinese people, including the 7.5 million Hong Kong compatriots, the bright prospects for the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation are extremely brilliant!
thank you all.
For the list of candidates from all sectors in the Legislative Council election,
please click here to refer to the "Hong Kong 01" election website.
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