The 25th Anniversary of the Return of the People's Republic of China

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the official media "People's Daily" on Thursday (30th) published a review article titled "White Clouds Over the Mountains and Pearls Revitalize - Written on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland" under the signature "Ren Zhongping" .

"Ren Zhongping" is a homophonic abbreviation for "People's Daily Important Commentary".

The comments pointed out that in the past 25 years, Hong Kong's economy has continued to flourish, its status as an international financial, shipping and trade center has been continuously consolidated, Hong Kong residents have enjoyed unprecedented democratic rights and freedoms, and various livelihood undertakings have been greatly improved.

Today, Hong Kong's society is on the rise, the people's true patriotism is revealed, and people's minds are stable, calm, and governed. "Seeking stability and development" is the mainstream public opinion, and "opening a new chapter for Hong Kong together" has become a strong consensus.

The following is the full text of the "People's Daily Important Commentary":

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Strolling through the Golden Bauhinia Square, the five-star red flag and the Bauhinia Regional Flag are rising slowly in the face of the sunrise; when you climb up to the top of Taiping Mountain, you can see the busy city and the quiet sea.

Hong Kong, a land blown by the sea breeze, is about to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its return to the motherland.

The century-old Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance is full of prayers for safety and health; the grand opening of the regatta regatta expresses the blessings of perseverance and sailing; the Juvenile Police Call reading and sharing session, which cultivates the feelings of the family and the country with the sound of books; the Basic Law Forum, Bauhinia Cultural International Forum, together with insightful insights to seek a better tomorrow... Celebrations, reviewing the extraordinary history of Hong Kong since the return of Hong Kong, sharing the story of Hong Kong's continuous stability and prosperity, and condensing the majestic force of good governance and good governance.

As time goes by, the bright and colorful Bauhinia becomes more and more prosperous.

The neon lights of Mong Kok are colorful, the signboards in Central are densely packed, the racetrack is exciting, and the bridges in Lingdingyang are interconnected... After years of baptism, the vitality of the city is still romantic.

The dust and haze are washed away, and the moving poems will be written again.

The National Security Law for Hong Kong has been enacted and implemented, the electoral system has been revised and improved, the forces that love the country and Hong Kong have been united as never before, the construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has been solid, and the cause of "one country, two systems" has been forging ahead.

Twenty-five years ago, the Xiangjiang River was rushing forward, and the Bauhinia flowers were blooming together.

The return of Hong Kong to the motherland is a long-term achievement that shines in the annals of the Chinese nation. Since then, Hong Kong has embarked on a broad path of complementary advantages and common development with the mainland of the motherland.

Looking back on the past and looking forward to the future, President Xi Jinping said: "In the past 25 years, despite many ups and downs, the practice of 'One Country, Two Systems' in Hong Kong has achieved a universally recognized success." Shake, let alone change.”

From 1997 to 2022, a quarter of a century, time has witnessed the progress: Hong Kong's economy continues to flourish, and its status as an international financial, shipping, and trade center continues to be consolidated. Hong Kong residents enjoy unprecedented democratic rights and freedoms, and various livelihood undertakings have greatly improved. Improve... The white clouds pass over the mountains, and the pearls take on a new color.

After an extraordinary journey of 25 years, this thriving city is continuing to write a new story of development and a new legend of prosperity under the Lion Rock in the new era.

On June 30, 1997, the Hong Kong handover ceremony was held in the new wing of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center in Wanchai.

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December 2012, Shenzhen, Guangdong, Lianhuashan Park.

After General Secretary Xi Jinping paid tribute to the bronze statue of Comrade Deng Xiaoping standing on the top of the mountain and presented flower baskets, a Hong Kong reporter asked, "General Secretary Xi, do you have anything to say to the compatriots in Hong Kong?" General Secretary Xi Jinping's answer was clear and powerful: "Hong Kong will definitely prosper. of!"

The wind blows from the coast of the South China Sea, and the tides flow on both sides of the Fragrant River.

On June 22, 2022, in the West Kowloon Cultural District on the banks of Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour, the Hong Kong Palace Museum, shaped like a golden square tripod, opened.

Five years ago, under the personal care and witness of President Xi Jinping, the Palace Museum and the Hong Kong West Kowloon Cultural District Authority signed the "Cooperation Agreement on the Construction of the Hong Kong Palace Museum of Culture".

Not just the Hong Kong Palace Museum.

Tseung Kwan O desalination plant, Hong Kong Children's Hospital, Central-Wanchai Bypass Project... Each of these projects with advanced functions and magnificent atmosphere has written a footnote to the prosperity and development of Hong Kong.

All of this is inseparable from the strong support of the central government and the people of the mainland, and is inseparable from the firm determination and confidence of the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core to fully and accurately implement the "one country, two systems" policy.

Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam toasts with former Chief Executive Tung Chee-hwa at a reception after a flag-raising ceremony in Hong Kong, China, July 1, 2020.

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This is flag-raising orientation.

It is clear that "'One Country, Two Systems' is the best solution to the Hong Kong problem left over from history, and it is also the best institutional arrangement for Hong Kong to maintain long-term prosperity and stability after its return. It is feasible, achievable, and popular." The policy adheres to two points, one is unswerving, will not change or waver; the other is comprehensive and accurate, ensuring that the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" in Hong Kong is not out of shape or deformed, and always moves in the right direction." The practice of "One Country, Two Systems" will be stable and far-reaching, and we must always adhere to "patriots ruling Hong Kong"; he pointed out that "the implementation of "One Country, Two Systems" is conducive to safeguarding the fundamental interests of the country, the fundamental interests of Hong Kong, and the fundamental interests of the vast number of Hong Kong compatriots"... Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, General Secretary Xi Jinping has made many important expositions on the practice of "one country, two systems" and the work of Hong Kong from the perspective of the strategy and the overall situation, further deepening the understanding of the regularity of the practice of "one country, two systems", and promoting the cause of "one country, two systems". new level.

This is a far-sighted development plan.

From the "13th Five-Year Plan" and "14th Five-Year Plan" to the "Belt and Road" construction; from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area from blueprint to reality, to the smooth opening of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge; from the opening of the Hong Kong section of the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link , Hong Kong is officially connected to the national high-speed rail network, and financial market interconnection mechanisms such as Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect, Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect, and Bond Connect have been established and continuously improved; from Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone to Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Technology Innovation Cooperation Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core has made overall plans to maintain Hong Kong's long-term prosperity and stability, support Hong Kong's integration into the overall development of the country, and bring a steady stream of impetus to Hong Kong's long-term development. needs, and Hong Kong’s strengths”, starting a new round of development.

It's heart-warming kindness.

I still remember that on the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland, President Xi Jinping came to Hong Kong for 49 hours and 20 activities, covering Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories; I still remember that on many occasions such as delivering New Year’s messages, President Xi Jinping mentioned Hong Kong, Bless Hong Kong and care for Hong Kong compatriots.

"The continuous prosperity of the motherland will surely open up better prospects for the development of Hong Kong and Macau." "Hong Kong's prosperity and stability is the wish of Hong Kong compatriots and the expectation of the people of the motherland." "The central government has and will continue to take all necessary measures to fully support The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region fights against the epidemic" "The motherland has always cared about the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and Macau" "The motherland will always be the strong backing of Hong Kong, and the difficulties at hand will definitely be overcome"... earnestly entrusting, earnestly looking forward to it, which reflects the great importance attached to Hong Kong, The firm support for the development of Hong Kong interprets the profound feelings of "the development of Hong Kong has always affected my heart".

The National Emblem hangs high in the Legislative Council Chamber; the national flag flutters on the campuses of primary and secondary schools... The 4 commemorative stamps issued by Hongkong Post for the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region are printed with "Stable", "Stable", "Prosperous" and "Prosperous" respectively. typeface.

On both sides of the Hong Kong River, the weather is new.

President Xi Jinping has a profound and broad insight into Hong Kong's yesterday, today and tomorrow. With a series of top-level design and strategic measures with theoretical and practical innovation significance, he has consolidated the new foundation for Hong Kong's development and led the new practice of "one country, two systems".

A Hong Kong with political democracy, sound rule of law, freedom and openness, inclusiveness and harmony, prosperity and stability, with the motherland in mind and the world facing the world will surely be better presented to the world.

Carrie Lam, center, and her government are sworn in by President Xi Jinping during an inauguration ceremony in Hong Kong on July 1, 2017.

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In the Xianhu Botanical Garden in Shenzhen, Guangdong, the Hong Kong Handover Memorial Forest is lush.

On the eve of Hong Kong's return in 1997, thousands of young people from Shenzhen and Hong Kong planted 1,997 Agarwood trees here to commemorate the outline of China's territory.

Twenty-five years later, the small saplings have grown into big trees, and it is already a pavilion.

The practice of "One Country, Two Systems" in Hong Kong is also like a sapling that has been baptized in the wind and rain, thriving and flourishing.

On the banks of the Hong Kong, the tide rises and falls, and the pace of progress is more determined: since the handover, Hong Kong’s GDP has increased from HK$1.37 trillion to HK$2.86 trillion in 2021, and the market value of Hong Kong’s stock market has increased from HK$3.2 trillion to within 2021. The highest was HK$58.6 trillion, foreign exchange reserves increased from US$92.8 billion to US$465 billion in May 2022, Hong Kong’s ranking in the global rule of law index rose from more than 60 to 19th, and the average life expectancy remained stable for many years. top in the world.

Beneath the Lion Rock, life is endless, and development advantages are even more evident: Since 1997, Hong Kong has been rated as "the world's freest economy" for 25 consecutive years.

According to the Fraser Institute's "World Economic Freedom 2021 Annual Report" assessment, Hong Kong continues to rank first in "Freedom of International Trade" and "Regulation".

According to the latest "World Competitiveness Annual Report 2022" released by the Lausanne International School of Management Development in Switzerland, Hong Kong's ranking has risen from the seventh place in the world last year to the fifth place.

After 25 years of trials and hardships, writing the "Hong Kong Story" and creating the "Hong Kong Legend", this splendid South China Sea pearl has bloomed with even more dazzling brilliance.

Some foreign observers sighed: "Over the past 25 years, despite various challenges, Hong Kong has always shown strong resilience, turning crises into opportunities many times and becoming stronger."

"One country, two systems" is a great initiative of China.

As an unprecedented pioneering undertaking, "One Country, Two Systems" will inevitably encounter some new situations and problems in practice.

During a period of time, under the influence of various internal and external complex factors, the activities of "anti-China chaos in Hong Kong" were rampant, and the situation in Hong Kong was once a serious situation.

The continuous violent and violent criminal acts seriously undermined the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong, seriously challenged the bottom line of the "one country, two systems" principle, seriously undermined the rule of law, and seriously endangered national sovereignty, security, and development interests. Sadly asked: What happened to Hong Kong? What to do with Hong Kong? Many people shed tears, tears of indignation, tears of grief.”

The picture shows that on June 12, 2019, protesters protested in the Admiralty area in Hong Kong against the revision of the Fugitive Offenders Ordinance.

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"If you are good at government, you will make up for your shortcomings, and you will stop them if you are decisive." At critical moments and critical junctures, the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core reviewed the situation and made a sound decision to improve the central government's exercise of overall governance over the special administrative region in accordance with the Constitution and the Basic Law, and to improve the special administrative region. Major decisions related to the implementation of the Constitution and the Basic Law, promoting the establishment and improvement of the legal system and enforcement mechanism for the Special Administrative Region to safeguard national security, formulating the Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, improving the electoral system of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and implementing the "Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Safeguarding National Security Law" The principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong" supports the SAR to improve the oath-taking system for public officials.

The Hong Kong National Security Law has become the "patron saint" to safeguard Hong Kong's prosperity and stability.

National security is an important cornerstone of peace and stability of the country.

The central government promulgated the Hong Kong National Security Law with a thunderous momentum, and the history of Hong Kong's "undefended" national security has come to an end.

In today's Hong Kong, farewell to the turbulent situation, the society has gradually stabilized, the long-awaited peaceful life has been restored, and the flag of loving the country and Hong Kong is flying high.

As some Hong Kong citizens have said, "The National Security Law is like the sun dispelling the darkness."

Election regulations protect the voyage, and the new electoral system has become a "milestone" in the initiation of good governance.

President Xi Jinping emphasized that "patriots governing Hong Kong" are the fundamental principles that concern national sovereignty, security, development interests, and Hong Kong's long-term prosperity and stability.

After the implementation of the new electoral system, the election of the Election Committee, the election of the seventh Legislative Council, and the election of the sixth Chief Executive have been successfully held.

Jumping out of the quagmire of political manipulation, returning to the original intention of selecting talents and talents, and doing things for the people, today's Hong Kong, the principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong" has been implemented, and a team of patriots ruling Hong Kong that loves the country and loves Hong Kong, takes responsibility, sincerely unites, and serves the people. initially formed.

With far-sightedness and strategizing, a series of measures to address both the symptoms and root causes have pushed the situation in Hong Kong to a major turning point from chaos to governance, laying a solid foundation for advancing the rule of law in Hong Kong and promoting the steady and long-term implementation of "One Country, Two Systems".

Facts have proved that with the strong support of the great motherland and the joint efforts of all Hong Kong compatriots, there will be no storms that Hong Kong cannot withstand, and no hurdles that Hong Kong cannot overcome.

"Dream-seekers set off at the starting line and cross the line under the Lion Rock. May this Hong Kong be built together." The theme song "Before" launched by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland sings that Hong Kong citizens have seen rainbows after wind and rain. A common voice to move forward hand in hand.

Twenty-five years later, Hong Kong has set sail again.

Hong Kong's Chief Executive-designate Li Ka-chiu (right) and Chief Executive Carrie Lam attend a press conference on May 9, 2022.

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President Xi Jinping emphasized: "With the joint efforts of the Central Government, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and all sectors of society, Hong Kong has achieved a major transition from chaos to governance, and is now at a critical period from governance to prosperity." After 25 years of hard work, Join hands on a new journey.

Under "One Country, Two Systems", Hong Kong has a solid foundation for development.

Chan Cheuk-hee, the principal of Hong Kong Vocational and Continuing Education School, hailed by netizens as the "principal of protecting the national anthem", recently published an article in a Hong Kong newspaper titled "Coffee Going Up", about a young man running a small coffee shop, "although busy The sky is dark, but my heart is full of sunshine.”

"Coffee goes up" is also "Youth move forward", and it is also "Towards the future together".

Standing at a new starting point in history, Hong Kong will set off again with concentrated strength, filling the energy of "upward", "forward" and "toward the future".

Over the past 25 years, with the support of the central government, Hong Kong has resisted the impact of the Asian financial crisis, the SARS epidemic, the international financial crisis, and the new crown pneumonia epidemic. The unique position of the world, China Unicom and the world has become more and more prominent.

The world's largest offshore RMB business center, the world's largest corporate operating environment, and the first in Asia in terms of talent competitiveness... The data of "topping the list" reflects the gold content of the word "Hong Kong, China".

Robert Kuhn, chairman of the Kuhn Foundation in the United States, believes that the "one country, two systems" policy gives Hong Kong a special status. As a world-leading city, Hong Kong reflects China's international image and soft power.

Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor toasts with Secretary for Justice Cheng Yuk-wah (centre) and others after speaking at a reception after the flag-raising ceremony in Hong Kong on July 1, 2020.

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Forge ahead, the foundation of prosperity and stability will be more solid.

With the restoration of social stability and sustained economic recovery, Hong Kong is back on the right track of development, and its characteristic advantages such as marketization, internationalization, rule of law, numerous talents, cultural diversity, advanced infrastructure, and excellent business environment will be more fully realized. play.

The Global Financial Center Index fell out of the top five and returned to the top three, achieving a "U-shaped" reversal; since the implementation of the National Security Law in Hong Kong, Hong Kong's IPOs have raised more than HK$650 billion, an increase of over 30% over the same period before the implementation; more than 9,000 mainland companies With overseas companies setting up companies in Hong Kong, many companies continue to expand their business in Hong Kong... Today, Hong Kong cherishes the hard-won development momentum and is firmly grasping the promising historical opportunities.

Starting anew, the joint force of co-creating the future will be more cohesive.

"Harmony leads to auspiciousness, and good manners lead to differences." After the ups and downs, the majority of Hong Kong citizens have come to a clearer understanding that although Hong Kong has a good family background, it can no longer stand up to tossing and internal friction.

Cherish Hong Kong as a home is the common aspiration, common expectation and common responsibility of all those who truly care about and love Hong Kong.

Unforgettable 2021 National Day, the open square of the Hong Kong Cultural Center in Tsim Sha Tsui, when the music of "My Motherland and Me" sounded, hundreds of citizens sang loudly, and the five-star red flag waving in their hands and the huge national flag complemented each other and merged into a jubilant red ocean. .

Today, Hong Kong's society is on the rise, the people's true patriotic feelings are revealed, people's minds are stable, their minds are settled, and their minds are governed. "Seeking stability and development" is the mainstream public opinion, and "opening a new chapter for Hong Kong together" has become a strong consensus.

On June 29, 2022, before the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, the huge Chinese national flag and the Hong Kong regional flag were displayed in Victoria Park.

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"There is joy in life, but it is inevitable that there will be tears." Recently, the TV series "Story under the Lion Mountain" has been on the air.

One city, two generations, and four families have stood together in the tide of the times, hand in hand in the ups and downs of the years, "with hard work and hard work to write the immortal Hong Kong famous sentence".

Looking back at history, generations of Hong Kong compatriots have worked hard, people of different languages, beliefs, and customs gathered under the Lion Rock to "pursue their ideals together." The Hong Kong legend of the metropolis.

As President Xi Jinping emphasized: "Hong Kong compatriots have the spirit of loving the country and Hong Kong, self-improvement, hard work, and flexibility, which are the keys to Hong Kong's success."

Chinese people are amazing, Hong Kong compatriots are amazing.

With the solid foundation laid over 25 years and the united struggle of Hong Kong compatriots, we are full of confidence in the future of Hong Kong.

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President Xi Jinping emphasized: "For Hong Kong and Macau, 'one country, two systems' is the biggest advantage, the country's reform and opening up is the biggest stage, and the implementation of national strategies such as the joint construction of the 'Belt and Road' and the construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area are new major opportunities. ." For 25 years, we will join hands to embark on a new journey.

Under "One Country, Two Systems", Hong Kong has opened up more space for development.

Over the past 25 years, Hong Kong has continuously shaped its own modernity by relying on the motherland, facing the world, and benefiting from new innovations.

On the coast of the South China Sea, a new picture is unfolding.

Promoting the construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is a major national strategy personally planned, deployed and promoted by General Secretary Xi Jinping.

Since the official release of the Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area in February 2019, the comprehensive strength of the Greater Bay Area has been significantly enhanced, the cooperation between Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau has deepened, the people of the three places have a more fulfilling sense of gain, and the construction of a world-class bay area and world-class urban agglomeration Take solid steps.

People's Daily "Ren Zhongping" commented that today, Hong Kong's society is upright, and the people's true patriotism is revealed. article” has become a strong consensus.

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The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge has been completed and opened to traffic, and the two world-class sea-crossing projects of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Corridor and the Huangmaohai Cross-sea Corridor have been accelerated... The "Greater Bay Area on Track" is being formed at an accelerated pace, and the "One-Hour Living Circle" facilitates the three places Resident exchanges.

Today, on the satellite map of the world night scene, the dazzling lights extend from Guangzhou and Shenzhen to Hong Kong and Macau.

Connecting the four seas, embracing the five continents, and building the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area will surely accumulate new potential for Hong Kong to take off.

The prosperity of the motherland is exactly the opportunity for Hong Kong to take advantage of the momentum and gather momentum to become stronger.

Support Hong Kong to enhance its status as an international financial, shipping, trade and international aviation hub, build an international innovation and technology center, an international legal and dispute resolution service center in the Asia-Pacific region, a regional intellectual property trade center, and develop a cultural and artistic exchange center between China and foreign countries. The 14th Five-Year Plan and the outline of the long-term goals for 2035, the clear positioning and scientific planning for Hong Kong are on the paper.

Today's motherland is highly open and changing with each passing day. With the country's size and vitality, it can provide a strong impetus for Hong Kong to increase its advantages, expand space, and solve problems.

The prosperity of the motherland is also the basis for Hong Kong to resist storms and overcome challenges.

On the morning of March 2, 2022, the "Central Aid to Hong Kong Concentric Anti-epidemic" railway train loaded with anti-epidemic materials departed from the national logistics hub of Pinghu, Shenzhen, and headed for Hong Kong.

The same care, the same support, is like the affectionate past that started 60 years ago: since 1962, except for the first day of the new year, the mainland has sent three express trains to Hong Kong and Macao to supply fresh and frozen goods every day. Hong Kong and Macao compatriots call it the "lifeline".

From the "Three Express Trains" to the aid to Hong Kong to fight the epidemic, from the Dongjiang-Shenzhen water supply project to the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, it reflects the central government's ardent care for Hong Kong as always, and it is full of the deep friendship of the mainland people for Hong Kong compatriots.

After repacking and setting out, the motherland will always be the strong backing of Hong Kong, and the biggest support for Hong Kong to brave the waves and move forward bravely.

"Only by closely linking personal development with the lifeline of the country can we find the best direction for ourselves." "Finding the intersection of "Hong Kong's strengths" and "the country's needs" will create unlimited opportunities." The development of the world is inseparable.” The voices from all walks of life in Hong Kong are full of confidence and expectations for the future.

By cherishing and seizing the opportunities, Hong Kong society will be able to achieve better development while integrating into the overall development of the country, and jointly write a chapter in the era of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

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Moon Rang’s entry into Hong Kong, looking up at the stars and talking about the Heavenly Palace, themed exhibition on construction of major powers, mainland Olympic athletes visiting Hong Kong… In the 2021 “Spirit of the Times” series of activities, listen to the touching stories told by the “Heavenly Group” from the aerospace, construction and sports sectors. Countless Hong Kong compatriots have a strong patriotic enthusiasm and a sense of national pride in their hearts, stirring up the excitement and heroism to usher in a new era of "one country, two systems" practice.

Realizing the complete reunification of the motherland is the fundamental interest of the Chinese nation, and it is also the common aspiration and sacred duty of all Chinese sons and daughters.

In January 1982, Comrade Deng Xiaoping creatively put forward the scientific concept of "one country, two systems", which opened up a new way to realize the reunification of the motherland in a peaceful way.

To this day, we can still ask the question: Is there any other ruling party in the world that would allow two social systems in one country?

As British scholar Martin Jacques commented, the concept of "one country, two systems" is undoubtedly innovative, appropriate and timely.

On May 30, 2022, Chief Executive-designate Li Jiachao was received by President Xi Jinping in Beijing.

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Twenty-five years of wind and rain, twenty-five years of spring and autumn.

The great practice of "One Country, Two Systems" in Hong Kong has yielded fruitful results.

The 19th National Congress of the CPC identified "adhering to 'one country, two systems' and advancing the reunification of the motherland" as one of the 14 basic strategies for upholding and developing socialism with Chinese characteristics in the new era; "Maintain the long-term prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and Macau, and promote the peaceful reunification of the motherland" is listed as one of the 13 significant advantages of my country's national system and national governance system; Summarizing the great achievements of socialism with Chinese characteristics in the new era from 13 aspects, one of the important aspects is "adhering to 'one country, two systems' and promoting the reunification of the motherland".

From the "new issues" and "major issues" of state governance to the "basic strategies" and "significant advantages" of socialism with Chinese characteristics, the CPC has continuously enriched and developed the theory and practice of "one country, two systems".

The situation is changing, the times are advancing, and "One Country, Two Systems" is also developing.

President Xi Jinping emphasized: "The institutional system of 'one country, two systems' should also be continuously improved in practice." Without "persistence", "one country, two systems" will lose its correct direction; without "improvement", "one country, two systems" will lose its vitality.

Responding to new changes and resolving new challenges is a process of demonstrating the strong vitality and institutional resilience of "One Country, Two Systems", and a process of continuous maturation and improvement of "One Country, Two Systems".

Today, the fact that Hong Kong has passed through the haze and got out of the predicament just shows that "One Country, Two Systems" has a strong vitality and is constantly radiating new vigor and vitality in practice.

After walking through the mud, you know that the road is precious; through the wind and rain, the sun is more beautiful.

President Xi Jinping emphasized: "To meet the expectations of Hong Kong residents for a better life, and to continue to promote the development of various undertakings in Hong Kong, in the final analysis, we must stick to the direction, step by step, and fully and accurately understand and implement the 'one country, two systems' policy." The Communist Party of China is " None of the founders, leaders, practitioners and defenders of the cause of "One Country, Two Systems" understands the precious value of "One Country, Two Systems" better than the Chinese Communist Party and the Chinese government, and is more persistent in sticking to the original aspiration of "One Country, Two Systems".

Facing the future, as long as we firmly believe in and practice "One Country, Two Systems", the vitality and advantages of "One Country, Two Systems" will be fully manifested.

History is like a mirror, but time washes away the sand.

President Xi Jinping emphasized: "'One country' is the root, and the roots can only flourish; the 'one country' is the foundation, and the foundation can be strong." Looking at the general trend of world development, looking at the great journey of national rejuvenation, since the return of Hong Kong Vivid practice proves that the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" in Hong Kong has deep roots and strong branches, and it has drawn the prosperity of the "Boundless Scenery" on both sides of the Hong Kong River. better tomorrow.

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In October 2021, "Light and Shadow Memories A Century of Elegance - "National Album" Large-scale Photo Collection Exhibition" opened at the Hong Kong Central Library: After the victory of the Hong Kong seamen's strike, the crowd filled the streets; the soldiers of the Dongjiang Column opened in the New Territories The anti-Japanese guerrilla war; the night of the handover, the Hong Kong police replaced the new police badge with the pattern of bauhinia; the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge chasing the waves and lying on the waves, extending between the sky and the sea... Every scene reminds people: Hong Kong has always been one heart and blood with the motherland. They are connected, and together they write the epic of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

The Opium War in 1840 was the beginning of modern Chinese history; the cession of Hong Kong Island was an unforgettable humiliation for the Chinese nation.

On October 1, 1949, when the first five-star red flag was raised in Tiananmen Square, Hong Kong compatriots under colonial rule also raised the five-star red flag at Victoria Harbour.

"My ancestors have already branded everything I have with the Chinese stamp." A song "My Chinese Heart" sang the close connection between Hong Kong and the mainland of the motherland.

"Crush the bloody road, wave your hand, and be committed to the rejuvenation of the country." The song "The Great Wall of Ten Thousand Miles Never Falls" shouted through the clouds of history and stirred up the road of national rejuvenation.

The picture shows the frontal portraits of Chinese leaders Mao Zedong, Deng Xiaoping, Jiang Zemin, Hu Jintao and Xi Jinping in the Museum of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.

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President Xi Jinping emphasized: "To realize the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, Hong Kong and Macao compatriots have great potential, and it will surely bring new glory to the development of Hong Kong and Macau." The realization of the Chinese dream of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is the call of the times and the mission of the nation.

Chinese people in our era, no matter where they are, should be proud of this, and they should all contribute to this.

On the new great journey, Hong Kong will stick to the foundation of "one country" and make good use of the benefits of "two systems".

Thousands of mountains are one vein, and all waters are of the same origin. The history of Hong Kong has merged into the great river of the development and progress of the motherland.

Now, all Chinese sons and daughters are marching towards the second centenary goal with heroic self-confidence and ardent ambition.

The intersection of Hong Kong's new starting point and the country's new journey will surely burst into great energy.

When our country's second centenary goal is achieved, Hong Kong at that time will surely become the new Pearl of the Orient that the whole world is fascinated by.

This is the beautiful expectation of the Hong Kong compatriots and the common wish of the people of the motherland!

A Chinese soldier raises the national flag before British troops march during a handover ceremony at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on July 1, 1997.

The event marked the end of 156 years of British colonial rule.

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Facing the future, let us strengthen our historical confidence—inheriting Chinese civilization and committing to national rejuvenation. We have an incomparably broad stage, an incomparably profound historical background, and an incomparably strong will to move forward.

Facing the future, let us maintain such historical consciousness—strengthen national consciousness, cultivate family and country feelings, share the historical responsibility of national rejuvenation, and share the great glory of the prosperity and strength of the motherland.

Facing the future, let us maintain this kind of historical initiative—understand the logic of history, integrate into the grand narrative of the country, act with the times, take advantage of the trend, and work together to build a modern socialist country in an all-round way and realize the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

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On July 1, 2022, the Hong Kong Police Force will be fully converted to the People's Liberation Army.

The Hong Kong police officers who participated in the queue training said emotionally, "Every step has a greater sense of belonging." Each historical moment is witnessing the unstoppable progress of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. Hong Kong and the mainland of the motherland will develop and prosper together. Go wider and wider!

From 1997 to 2022, in a blink of an eye.

Twenty-five years ago, a wanderer who had gone through the vicissitudes of time returned to the embrace of the long-lost motherland under the tearful gaze of hundreds of millions of Chinese sons and daughters.

Today, the story of Heung Kong opens a new chapter, and the whole world witnesses the splendid brilliance of the Pearl of the Orient "Joining Hands on a New Journey".

On October 1, 2019, Xi Jinping grandly celebrated the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China in Tiananmen Square in Beijing.

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July 1, 2017, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center.

At the important moment of the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, President Xi Jinping looked forward to it: "With the strong backing of the great motherland, the strong support of the central government and the people of the mainland, the rich experience and solid foundation for development accumulated over the past 20 years, the special Hong Kong With the united efforts of the administrative region government and people from all walks of life, the practice of "one country, two systems" in Hong Kong will surely write a new chapter, and Hong Kong will surely be able to create new glories again!"

July 1, 2021, Tiananmen Square in Beijing.

At the important historical moment of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, General Secretary Xi Jinping solemnly declared: "We must fully and accurately implement the principles of 'one country, two systems', 'Hong Kong people administering Hong Kong', 'Macao people administering Macao', and a high degree of autonomy, and implement the central government's policies on Hong Kong and Macao. The special administrative region has full governance power, implements the special administrative region's legal system and enforcement mechanism for safeguarding national security, safeguards national sovereignty, security, and development interests, maintains the overall social stability of the special administrative region, and maintains the long-term prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and Macau."

When the wind is good, it is when the sail is set, and the waves are driven to the future.

Today's Hong Kong has gone through thousands of mountains and rivers, and is not afraid of mountains and rivers; today's China has embarked on a new journey, and its revival is irreversible.

In the new era, the east wind is strong and the Chinese dream has a bright future.

The future of Hong Kong will be even brighter, and the future of China will be magnificent!

We "believe in ourselves, in Hong Kong, and in the country"!

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