President Xi Jinping today (July 1) attended the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland and the inauguration ceremony of the sixth-term SAR government, and delivered a speech for the new Chief Executive Li Jiachao's oath.
The President of the Legislative Council, Leung Kwan-yin, was inspired and encouraged by Xi Jinping's speech, agreeing that "one country, two systems" must be adhered to for a long time, and there is no reason to change.
He mentioned that the current Legislative Council is the first after the electoral system has been improved, and it can demonstrate that "patriots ruling Hong Kong" are in the interests of the country and Hong Kong.
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Liang Junyan: After perfecting the electoral system, the parliament shows that patriots govern Hong Kong
In his speech, President Xi Jinping specifically mentioned that "patriots ruling Hong Kong" is an inevitable requirement to maintain long-term stability in Hong Kong. Liang Junyan said that the seventh Legislative Council is the first Legislative Council to be formed after the "improvement of the electoral system", and all members reflect the balanced participation of the society. The current atmosphere of society and parliament has returned to a pragmatic and rational, and the efficiency of deliberations has been greatly improved. These new atmospheres fully demonstrate that the principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong" can protect the vital interests of the people and is in line with the fundamental interests of the SAR and the country. Benefit.
With the inauguration of the new SAR government, Leung Junyan said that the Legislative Council will continue to perform its constitutional responsibilities in accordance with the Basic Law and related laws, and will not only check and balance and cooperate with the executive authorities, but also the new batch of Legislative Council members from all walks of life. Whether it's fighting the epidemic or people's livelihood, we all hope to achieve what Xi Jinping said is "pragmatic and effective, and live up to the people."
DAB: Xi Jinping's speech effectively eliminates misunderstandings and unites society
The DAB pointed out that Xi Jinping emphasized that "one country, two systems" must be adhered to for a long time to promote social prosperity and stability and the well-being of citizens. His speech effectively eliminated various misunderstandings about Hong Kong's future and consolidated social unity. The best institutional arrangement to maintain long-term prosperity and stability means that over the past 25 years, Hong Kong has relied on the country to overcome various difficulties and challenges, return to the right track of stability and development, and maintain its status as an international metropolis and financial center, fully proving that "one country, two systems" is feasible and popular.
The DAB stated that in the future, it will promote the full and accurate implementation of "one country, two systems", firmly support the principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong", strengthen communication and cooperation with the SAR government, actively promote the effective governance of the SAR government, enhance Hong Kong's status as an international city, and maintain Hong Kong's unique advantages. .
After leaving the quarantine hotel at noon, the party's legislator Chen Hengpin said that Xi Jinping's attendance at the celebration of the return of the mother this time is of great significance, because Xi Jinping is still in Hong Kong in person when the epidemic is severe, which shows that the central government attaches great importance to Hong Kong and has a strong appreciation for the value and importance of Hong Kong. Give high affirmation.
He believes that Xi Jinping's emphasis on the basic policy of "one country, two systems" will remain unchanged and can play a stabilizing role. It is also hoped that the society will continue to have an in-depth understanding of the basic principles and elements of "One Country, Two Systems", because if people have different interpretations, it may easily lead to misunderstandings.
New thinking: Implement universal suffrage as soon as possible to reflect "one country, two systems"
The new thinking agrees with Xi Jinping and the central government's support for Hong Kong, saying that Hong Kong must implement a democratic system under the framework of "One Country, Two Systems". The implementation of universal suffrage as soon as possible is an important goal of embodying "One Country, Two Systems", and it is also a social system pursued by citizens.
The new thinking expects that the new government can demonstrate its political mind, unite the society, promote social reconciliation, and establish a style of responsibility and good deeds. Officials must take responsibility, improve the bureaucracy in the past, and change "do less and do less mistakes, and do not do well." governance thinking.
In addition, it is necessary to promote and strengthen Hong Kong's international status in areas such as financial technology to maintain its unique advantages.
According to Lin Jianyue, Chairman of the Supervisory Committee of the Pakatan Harapan and a member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, Chairman Xi spoke highly of the major achievements in the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" over the past 25 years, which not only shows that "One Country, Two Systems" is in line with the interests of the country and Hong Kong residents. The "One Country, Two Systems" principle remains unshakable, proclaiming to Hong Kong and the international community the important message that "One Country, Two Systems" will be upheld for a long time, and distributing "reassuring pills" to all walks of life.
He described President Xi's speech as "a final word, authoritatively pointing out the achievements and value of the central government's practice of 'one country, two systems', showing its unshakable determination to implement 'one country, two systems', dispelling the outside world's doubts about 'one country, two systems', and greatly boosting the social harmony of Hong Kong society. The confidence of the international community in the future of 'one country, two systems'."
He also pointed out that President Xi specifically mentioned the need to pay special attention to young people, focusing on solving their difficulties in study, employment, entrepreneurship, and home ownership, showing President Xi's care and support for young people in Hong Kong.
"The SAR government and all walks of life should fully implement the request of the Chairman, focus on making breakthroughs, and jointly build a more harmonious, united and fraternal society, and open a new chapter for Hong Kong!"
Lam Kin-fung, a member of the Executive Council and vice-chairman of the People's Federation of Economic Affairs, also said that President Xi's detailed exposition of the major principle of "One Country, Two Systems" has strengthened the confidence of all sectors in "One Country, Two Systems", and pointed out the direction of Hong Kong's steady development, which is conducive to the unity of the government and all sectors of society. It also opens a new chapter for Hong Kong.
Lin Jianfeng is also very encouraged by President Xi's affirmation of Hong Kong's status and role as an international financial center, which will help boost the confidence and confidence of all walks of life in building Hong Kong.
Full text of Xi Jinping's speech: "One country, two systems is a good system. There is no reason to change it. It must be adhered to for a long time."