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Xi Jinping ends his visit to Hong Kong: Li Jiachao: fully reflects the concern for Hong Kong, the government will go all out

2022-07-01T05:58:00.497Z


On the 25th anniversary of the July 1st handover, the government held a flag-raising ceremony at the Golden Bauhinia Square in Wanchai at 8:00 this morning (1st), and held a ceremony to celebrate the handover and the inauguration of the new government at the Convention and Exhibition at 10:00. President Xi Jinping attends the meeting of the new government


On the 25th anniversary of the July 1st handover, the government held a flag-raising ceremony at the Golden Bauhinia Square in Wanchai at 8:00 this morning (1st), and held a ceremony to celebrate the handover and the inauguration of the new government at the Convention and Exhibition at 10:00.

President Xi Jinping attended the inauguration ceremony of the new government and took the oath for the new chief executive, Li Jiachao.


In his speech, Xi Jinping said that "one country, two systems" has achieved universally recognized success over the past 25 years. No matter Hong Kong has experienced the financial crisis, the new crown epidemic, or severe social unrest, it has not stopped Hong Kong's progress. He also mentioned the formulation of the National Security Law and the improvement of the electoral system to ensure that Patriots rule Hong Kong.

He emphasized that "one country, two systems" has been repeatedly tested and is in line with the fundamental interests of the country and the nation. "One country, two systems" is a good system, and there is no reason to change it, and it must be adhered to for a long time.


[13:30] Li Jiachao met the reporters and thanked President Xi for coming to Hong Kong and delivering a speech. He was honored to be sworn in by Xi Jinping. He will lead the new government to go all out to live up to the trust of President Xi and the expectations of the society. He continued to write " In the new chapter of "One Country, Two Systems", I am also very grateful to President Xi for summarizing the experience of "Four Musts", which will help Hong Kong citizens and the international community to accurately understand the "One Country, Two Systems" policy.

He pointed out that the atmosphere of celebrating the return of the market has been very strong recently, and the activities are very diversified. I hope everyone can take advantage of the July 1st to share the joyous atmosphere and have a happy weekend. He and the management team will continue to do their best to meet the difficulties.

[13:30] President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan ended their trip to Hong Kong at noon.

Chief Executive Li Jiachao and his wife Carrie Lam, and former Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor greeted each other at the West Kowloon Station of the High Speed ​​Rail.



[12:54] Xi Jinping returned to the West Kowloon High-speed Railway Station in a red flag bulletproof car, followed by Li Jiachao.

[12:11] Xi Yingping's motorcade arrived at the Central Barracks of the People's Liberation Army in Hong Kong. He will leave Hong Kong by high-speed train in the afternoon to end the trip.

[11:30] At the end of the inauguration ceremony, a number of officials who have been in office left the chairman, including former Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Yau Tenghua, former Secretary for Labour and Welfare Law Chi-kwong, former Secretary for the Environment Wong Kam-sing, former Civil Service Secretary Nip Takquan, former Transport Secretary and Housing Secretary Chen Fan, none of whom were interviewed, Yau Tenghua waved goodbye to the media.

At 12:05 noon, former NPC Standing Committee member Fan Xu Litai, former deputy director of the Basic Law Committee Liang Aishi, and deputy director of the Basic Law Committee Tan Huizhu left the hotel.

[11:25] Xi Jinping finally pointed out that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation has entered an irreversible historical process.

Promoting the successful practice of "one country, two systems" in Hong Kong is an important part of this historical process. On the journey, Hong Kong will definitely be able to create greater brilliance, and it will definitely be able to share the glory of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation with the people of the motherland!"

The government inauguration ceremony ended, and President Xi Jinping left.

Xi Jinping speaks at the inauguration ceremony of the new government.

(Joint interview/Associated Press)

Xi: We must pay special attention to young people to solve the difficulties of studying, finding employment and buying a home

[11:20]

Xi Jinping pointed out that we should pay special attention to and care for young people. "If youth thrive, Hong Kong will thrive; if youth develop, Hong Kong will develop; if youth has a future, Hong Kong will have a future." The general trend of world development will enhance national pride and sense of ownership.

We must help the young people to solve the practical difficulties faced by their studies, employment, entrepreneurship and property ownership, and create more opportunities for them to grow and become talents. "We earnestly hope that every young person in Hong Kong will join the ranks of building a beautiful Hong Kong and use their fiery youth Write a wonderful life."

Four points of hope: improve governance standards and effectively resolve people's livelihood worries

[11:12] Xi Jinping said that the central government has high hopes for the new SAR government, and people of all ethnic groups in the country are full of blessings for Hong Kong. He put forward four hopes.

The first is to focus on improving governance standards.

Improving the governance system, enhancing the governance capacity, and enhancing the governance efficiency are the urgent needs for the successful construction and development of the Hong Kong SAR.

The Chief Executive and the Government of the Special Administrative Region are the leaders of Hong Kong and the first responsible for governing Hong Kong.

We must faithfully fulfill our oath, implement the "one country, two systems" policy with practical actions, safeguard the authority of the Basic Law, and serve the HKSAR wholeheartedly.

It is necessary to select talents and appoint them according to the standard of having both political integrity and ability, and widely attract outstanding talents who have a firm stance on patriotism and love for Hong Kong, have outstanding governance capabilities, and are enthusiastic about serving the public to join the government.

It is necessary to enhance the national concept and international vision, and actively plan the development of Hong Kong from the overall situation and long-term needs.

It is necessary to change the governance concept, grasp the relationship between the government and the market, and better combine the promising government with the efficient market.

It is necessary to strengthen government management, improve the government's work style, establish a new style of daring to take responsibility and do good deeds, and demonstrate a new atmosphere of good governance and good governance.

The second is to continuously enhance the momentum of development.

Xi Jinping pointed out that Hong Kong has a special status, excellent conditions and very broad space for development.

The central government fully supports Hong Kong to seize the historical opportunities brought by national development, and actively align with national strategies such as the "14th Five-Year Plan", the construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the high-quality development of the "Belt and Road" initiative.

The central government fully supports Hong Kong to carry out wider and closer exchanges and cooperation with other parts of the world, attracting entrepreneurs full of dreams to come here to display their ambitions.

The central government fully supports Hong Kong to actively and prudently push forward reforms, break down the barriers of solidified interests, and fully unleash the enormous creativity and development vitality of Hong Kong society.

The third is to effectively solve the problems of people's livelihood.

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Those who enjoy the world's benefits will take care of the world's troubles; those who live in the world's pleasures will share the world's worries." Xi Jinping said, the people's yearning for a better life is our goal.

At present, the biggest aspiration of the people in Hong Kong is to hope for a better life, to live in a more spacious house, to have more opportunities to start a business, to have better education for children, and to take better care of them when they are older.

The people call, and I respond.

The new government of the special administrative region must be pragmatic and promising, live up to the people, take the expectations of the whole society, especially ordinary citizens, as the biggest pursuit of governance, and take bolder and more effective measures to overcome difficulties and achieve development results. More and fairer benefits for all citizens, so that every citizen believes that as long as they work hard, they can completely change their lives and their families.

The fourth is to jointly maintain harmony and stability.

Hong Kong is the common home of all residents, and everything is prosperous at home. "After experiencing ups and downs, everyone feels that Hong Kong cannot be chaotic and cannot afford to be chaotic. It is even more deeply that Hong Kong's development cannot be delayed any longer. We must eliminate all interference and concentrate on seeking development."

He pointed out that Hong Kong residents, no matter what occupation or belief they believe in, as long as they sincerely support the "one country, two systems" policy, as long as they love Hong Kong as their homeland, and as long as they abide by the Basic Law and the laws of the Special Administrative Region, they are all positive forces for the construction of Hong Kong and can contribute to the development of Hong Kong. We hope that all Hong Kong compatriots will vigorously promote the mainstream values ​​centered on patriotism and love for Hong Kong, which are compatible with the "One Country, Two Systems" policy, and continue to carry forward the fine tradition of tolerance and mutual assistance, seeking common ground while reserving differences, self-improvement, hard work and courage to win. to create a better life together.”

The inauguration ceremony of the new SAR government.

(Joint interview/Associated Press)

The regime must be in the hands of the patriots, no traitorous figures should hold the regime

[11:09] Xi Jinping said that "patriots ruling Hong Kong" must be implemented.

Power must be in the hands of patriots. This is a common political law in the world. "There is no country or region in the world that will allow unpatriotic or even traitorous or treasonous forces and figures to hold power." The power of governance is firmly in the hands of patriots. This is an inevitable requirement to ensure the long-term stability of Hong Kong, and it cannot be shaken at any time. "Guarding the power of governance means safeguarding the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and protecting the vital interests of the more than seven million Hong Kong residents."

He also pointed out that we must adhere to the unity of the central government's overall governance and the protection of the special administrative region's high degree of autonomy.

Hong Kong returned to the motherland, re-integrated into the national governance system, and established a special administrative region constitutional order based on the principle of "one country, two systems".

The central government has the overall power of governance over the special administrative region, which is the source of the special administrative region's high degree of autonomy. The powers are unified and connected, and only by doing this can the special administrative region be managed well. The special administrative region adheres to the executive-led system, and the executive, legislative and judicial organs perform their duties in accordance with the Basic Law and relevant laws. Check and balance and cooperate with each other, and the judicial organs exercise judicial power independently in accordance with the law.”

Xi Jinping pointed out that the "one country, two systems" policy must be fully and accurately implemented, and safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests is the highest principle of the "one country, two systems" policy. autonomy.

The socialist system is the fundamental system of the People's Republic of China, and the leadership of the Communist Party of China is the most essential feature of socialism with Chinese characteristics. All residents of the special administrative region should consciously respect and safeguard the fundamental system of the country.

The full and accurate implementation of the "One Country, Two Systems" policy will create unlimited development space for Hong Kong and Macau.

The stronger the "one country" principle is, the more obvious the advantages of "two systems" will be.

Xi Jinping and Li Jiachao.

(Joint interview/Associated Press)

Xi Jinping: There is no reason for one country, two systems to change and must persist for a long time

[11:02] Xi Jinping said that "one country, two systems" is a great innovation unprecedented in history. Its fundamental purpose is to safeguard national sovereignty, security, development interests, and maintain the long-term prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and Macau. "Everything the central government does is for the good of the country. , for the good of Hong Kong and Macao, and for the good of Hong Kong and Macao compatriots.”

He re-emphasized that "one country, two systems" has been repeatedly tested in practice and is in line with the fundamental interests of the country and the nation, as well as the fundamental interests of Hong Kong and Macau. It has received the full support of more than 1.4 billion people of the motherland, has been unanimously supported by residents of Hong Kong and Macau, and has also been generally approved by the international community. , "Such a good system, there is no reason to change it, it must be persisted for a long time!"

[10:58] Xi Jinping said that the civilization history of the Chinese nation for more than 5,000 years records the hard work of the Chinese ancestors on the land of Lingnan.

The modern history of China after the Opium War records the humiliation of Hong Kong's forced cession, and also records the struggle of the sons and daughters of China to save their lives.

The magnificent century-old struggle of the Chinese Communist Party united and led the people records the unique and important contributions made by Hong Kong compatriots.

He pointed out that after returning to the motherland, Hong Kong has overcome all kinds of wind and rain challenges and moved forward steadily.

Whether it is the international financial crisis, the new crown pneumonia epidemic, or some violent social unrest, nothing has stopped Hong Kong's progress.

Over the past 25 years, Hong Kong's economy has flourished, its status as an international financial, shipping, and trade center has been solid, and its innovative technology industry has emerged rapidly. Its freedom and openness is the world's largest, and its business environment is world-class. The original laws, including common law, have been maintained and developed. All social undertakings made progress in an all-round way, and the overall social situation was generally stable.

The vitality of Hong Kong as a cosmopolitan city has amazed the world.

Li Jiachao: Use the right to speak well to tell the story of Hong Kong overseas

[10:46] Li Jiachao said that the implementation of the National Security Law for Hong Kong will make Hong Kong from chaos to governance, and improve the electoral system so that Hong Kong can implement patriots to rule Hong Kong, which is in line with "one country, two systems", Hong Kong's actual situation and development needs.

He said that the next five years will be a critical moment for Hong Kong to go from governance to prosperity. The SAR government will be pragmatic and proactive, face difficulties, attach importance to team culture, complement each other's advantages, improve governance efficiency, and help the citizens.

He said that officials will take the initiative to introduce problems when they are budding. Even if only one problem is solved a day, it will not become a river unless it accumulates.

He also pointed out that in the next five years, the goal will be results, and the governance capacity will be improved with the spirit of reform, including the establishment of an action group to increase housing supply and control the new crown epidemic.

Li Jiachao said that the government will be prepared for danger in times of peace, take precautions against national security, financial security, etc., and make good use of the right of voice to tell the story of Hong Kong overseas.

Li Jiachao.

(Joint interview/Associated Press)

Li Jiachao: Taking office with humility and showing strong vitality of "One Country, Two Systems"

[10:44] Li Jiachao said that today, with humility, he took office as Chief Executive under the oath of President Xi. He sincerely thanked the central government and citizens for their trust in him, and will lead the team to go all out to build a caring, inclusive and full of Vibrant Hong Kong.

Looking back 25 years ago, at the convention and exhibition where I am now, the national anthem was played, the national flag and the regional flag were raised, marking the establishment of the SAR and the official launch of the "One Country, Two Systems" concept, which is also an important cornerstone of Hong Kong's prosperity and stability and a successful national policy.

He pointed out that over the past quarter century, Hong Kong has achieved remarkable achievements in many aspects, including being the freest economy, the world's largest offshore RMB trading center, and having five top 100 universities in the world.

He mentioned that Hong Kong has also experienced many challenges, including the global financial crisis, the illegal Occupy Central in 2014, the Mong Kok riots in 2016, the 2019 riots, and the new crown epidemic.

Li Jiachao pointed out that Hong Kong can overcome difficulties and start anew every time, which fully reflects the two major advantages of Hong Kong.

He pointed out that he is extremely honored and responsible for shouldering this historical mission today, and will implement "one country, two systems", "Hong Kong people administering Hong Kong", a high degree of autonomy, safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests, and ensure Hong Kong's prosperity and stability.

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[10:25] The members of the new Executive Council take the oath, and Li Jiachao supervises the oath.

[10:15] Li Jiachao was officially sworn in under the supervision of Xi Jinping.

A group of key officials took the oath under the leadership of the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-kee, and then each nodded to Xi Jinping one by one, but did not shake hands with Xi.

[10:00] About 15 coaches left West Kowloon Station under the traffic police closure. The number was posted on the front of the bus. One of the coaches had "Liaison Office" written on the front. There were also student buses at the end of the convoy.

[09:30] The police blocked multiple exits at MTR Austin Station, including the exits from B4 to Hong Kong West Kowloon Station and B5 to Elements. However, the MTR did not announce that the above exits would be affected.

A number of residents were unable to move forward after arriving, and some residents were quite vocal about this, saying that they would return to work in the company before 10 o'clock. The blockade is said to be a temporary measure.

The police blocked several exits at MTR Austin Station, and some residents were clamoring for it.

(Photo by Chen Bolin)

[08:55] The Financial Secretary, Paul Chan, also "clocked in" and said, "I just attended the solemn July 1st flag raising ceremony for the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland. Everyone is excited and high-minded, and we are determined to lead Hong Kong to open a new chapter and move forward together. new mileage."

[08:25] Chen Yingxin, a member of the Legislative Council of the Federation of Trade Unions, posted a photo of the flag-raising ceremony on social networks. The national flag and the regional flag are fluttering in the picture, and the sun just appears from the rear, saying: "After the national flag is raised, the sun will come out. A sunny day after a storm.”

[08:05] The flag guarding team and the honor guard left the venue, and Li Jiachao and his wife also left the venue, preparing to enter the exhibition to participate in the celebration of the handover and the inauguration ceremony of the new government.

[07:59] The national flag, the regional flag and the national anthem were played and sung at the scene.

At 8 o'clock, the national flag and the regional flag were raised on the top of the flagpole.

Government Flying Service helicopters, flying national flags and regional flags flew overhead, and fire-fighting ships and marine police ships saluted the waters of the Victoria Harbour outside the Golden Bauhinia Square.

The July 1st flag raising ceremony was carried out under Typhoon Signal No. 3.

(Joint interview/Associated Press)

Guests attending the flag-raising ceremony included the sixth Chief Executive, Li Jiachao and his wife, senior officials of the new government, members of the Executive Council, and members of the Legislative Council; Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, former Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying and his wife; former Chief Executive Donald Tsang and his wife; Mrs. Carrie Lam, who has just stepped down as Chief Executive, and her husband, and the fifth-term government officials who have just stepped down.

The heads of the central agencies in Hong Kong who attended the ceremony included Luo Huining, director of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government, Zheng Yanxiong, director of the Office of National Security in Hong Kong, and Liu Guangyuan, commissioner of the Commissioner's Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Hong Kong.

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[07:55] What the reporter saw at the scene was that the Wanchai area was heavily guarded, and the MTR Convention and Exhibition Station continued to be closed.

[07:53] Li Jiachao entered the venue, it was his first time to attend the ceremony as the chief executive.

The flag guards and honor guards entered the arena with Chinese-style marching.

Before the flag-raising ceremony, Li Jiachao's social network account uploaded a photo of Li Jiachao smiling and his wife helping to prepare a tie.

(Li Jiachao FB picture)

[07:51] Before the flag-raising ceremony, Chief Executive Li Jiachao's newly opened social network account uploaded a photo of his smiling face and his wife helping to prepare a tie.

Li Jiachao said, "I am fortunate to have my wife, Janet, who has taken care of everything for me during these days, so that I have no worries, and I wholeheartedly meet the new mission. I would like to take this special day to thank Janet for supporting me and taking care of my family in silence over the years. In the next five years, I need your support even more so that I can devote myself fully to working hard for the happiness of every family in Hong Kong."

▼Xi Jinping arrives in Hong Kong by high-speed rail on June 30▼


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▼Xi Jinping's visit to Hong Kong in 2017▼


July 1 | The Dinner at the Government House is over. Xi Jinping and Lam Cheng left respectively by car. absent

Source: hk1

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