The Legislative Council elections were held on Sunday (19th). The formed political parties actively competed in the 40-seat electoral committee sector. Among them, the New Democratic Party sent its executive vice chairman and former head of the Security Bureau, Li Dongguo, to participate in the election.
In an interview with "Hong Kong 01", he said that if he is elected, he hopes to complete the legislation of Article 23 of the Basic Law within the first legislative year and fulfill constitutional responsibility, "for the central government a good answer." He also suggested that the draft should be simple and simple. Expressed in plain text to avoid unnecessary and worrying society.
Since last year, many heads of disciplined forces have been "promoted" and are accused of entering the era of "military attache in power." Li Dongguo believes that civilian and military attaches have their own advantages. For example, civilian officials are better at writing reports, and military attaches have more experience in handling crises. Both They should support each other regardless of origin.
Advocate for 23 legislation to be expressed in a simple and easy to understand way
The new term of office of the parliament will begin on January 1 next year. The government has stated that it will carry out the legislation of Article 23 of the Basic Law. Li Dongguo believes that the Legislative Council will complete the legislation within the first legislative year. "Article 23 is not so complicated. Many common law Western countries There are precedents, both in Australia and the United States. The United Kingdom has been conducting consultations for two months recently." He said that according to the Standing Orders of the Legislative Council, a draft should be reviewed within three months, but the Legislative Council resisted and re-elected. The chairmanship procedure has also been delayed. "The new term of the Legislative Council will not show up. Everyone should have enough time to discuss matters."
When asked how citizens should be consulted, Li Dongguo believes that the legislative process itself is already a consultation. The process of discussing bills is conducted in an open meeting, and citizens can reflect their opinions.
He also pointed out that the 2003 Bill has detailed descriptions of various crimes, emphasizing that the framework of Article 23 legislation is very clear and not a piece of white paper. However, the government should state "work hard" in the legal text and express it in a clear and easy-to-understand manner. , To avoid unnecessary discussions and worries in society.
Li Dongguo agrees that the crime of espionage and "hate crime" should be included in Article 23 of the legislation. The reason is that the current regulations on espionage in Hong Kong are a product of the "First World War" and "World War II" period. It is necessary to update the regulations to protect national security.
He also pointed out that the current new media are full of hate-spreading language, and it is reasonable to establish hate crimes to protect all Hong Kong citizens, not just to protect officials and the government, but he believes that even if those who perform their duties receive more comprehensive protection, it is a reasonable approach. For example, in the hospital, it is not allowed to abuse medical staff with foul language, because it will affect his mental state in performing his duties."
As for the crime of stealing state secrets, whether the media should be exempted as in the 2003 draft. Li Dongguo said that the government must consider major changes in social conditions from 2003 to the present. He personally has preliminary thoughts, but "is not in its place and will not seek it." "Politics" should be left for further discussion during the consultation period.
The capable officials should not be divided into civil and military officers
In recent years, the government’s accountability team has undergone successive changes. Several heads of disciplined services have been promoted. The former Secretary for Security, Li Jiachao, took the second place in the SAR government and became the first Chief Secretary for Disciplinary Service. He was described as a "military attache". In power".
Li Dongguo believes that there should be no divisions into "civilian officials" and "military officials." "Arts are evil, and sciences are evil? There is no such thing as wildness." He emphasized that officials should focus on their own abilities, and that positions should be occupied by those who have the ability.
He also believes that officials of different backgrounds have their own specialties, and they should support each other regardless of their backgrounds. "Of course, civil officials may write beautifully, write a report and write beautiful documents, but military attaches have their own advantages. Goal-oriented, military attaches are more experienced when dealing with crises. Civil officials may not have personal experience.” Li Dongguo added that in the past, the SAR government was indeed dominated by AO (Administrative Affairs Officer) and civilian officials. Appropriate people take up appropriate positions, officials do their job well, govern in place and stay close to the ground, so that the citizens will benefit.
The New Democrats sent three people to stand for the election committee, including Rong Haien (second from left) who is seeking re-election, and former district councilor Chen Jiapei.
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To alleviate social tears, seek common goals
The anti-regulation campaign two years ago exacerbated social tears. Although the society gradually returned to calm under the "Minato National Security Law", it does not mean that social trauma can be healed without medicine.
Li Tung-kwok pointed out that Hong Kong’s deep-seated problems have accumulated for many years, and many people have different ideas about things. "Imagine this is a law. It's like a surgeon. It takes time to bury the drain after the operation? When the body adapts, it will be good for life."
He continued that even if everyone agrees with democracy and the rule of law, they have different definitions of high-quality democracy and the rule of law. He believes that everyone wants the same while reserving differences, finds common goals, and improves the living environment. Electricity? Starting from a common starting point, there is no reason to understand the same. Under the principle of "one country, two systems" and the banner of national unity, there is actually a lot of room for development."
Li Dongguo pointed out that there is no legal basis for amnesty anti-revision demonstrators.
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The demonstrators who proposed the amnesty and anti-revision regulations are "election language"
Regarding candidates who proposed an amnesty and anti-amendment precedent, Li Dongguo criticized the move as having no legal basis. Even though Article 48, paragraph 12 of the Basic Law stipulates that the Chief Executive may exercise the power to pardon or reduce the punishment of criminal offenders, the Chief Executive It is necessary to make pardons or commutation decisions based on individual cases based on the recommendations of the Long-term Imprisonment Penalty Review Committee. Cases that can be considered include life sentence prisoners and underage prisoners. The situation is different from the overall amnesty.
He believes that some candidates talk about the amnesty demonstrators only "election language", rather than practical.
The New Democratic Party’s candidates for the electoral committee include the current member Rong Ha-en and former district councillor Chen Jiapei. Li Dongguo hopes that the New Democratic Party can take all 3 seats. I believe that the new legislative council members will strengthen regional services and reach out to all Hong Kong citizens. , Even as a member of the electoral committee sector, regional offices will be set up step by step.
For the list of candidates for the Legislative Council Election Committee, please refer to the "Hong Kong 01" election website.
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