On the morning of February 22, the symposium on "Improving the 'One Country, Two Systems' System and Implementing the Fundamental Principle of 'Patriots Governing Hong Kong'" was held in Beijing, and Xia Baolong, vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and director of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, delivered a speech at the meeting. The content of the speech has aroused great concern in Hong Kong society, and the special invited members of the All-China Youth Federation in Hong Kong have spoken out one after another to express their resolute support for "patriots governing Hong Kong."
Huo Qigang
Vice Chairman of the All-China Youth Federation and Honorary Chairman of the Hong Kong Youth Activity Committee
"Patriots governing Hong Kong" is the core of "one country, two systems" and is also the minimum standard for implementing "Hong Kong people governing Hong Kong" in Hong Kong. Only by improving the existing election system under the leadership of the central government can we ban anti-China rioters from entering the governance structure and prevent them from endangering national security. Young people are the most dynamic and creative group in society, so we should take advantage of this opportunity to improve the system to give young people more opportunities to participate in politics and discuss politics and strengthen their identification with the government. Members of the All-China Youth Federation should do a better job in rallying young people from all walks of life and work hard to cultivate more young patriots. Only by implementing the "patriots governing Hong Kong" can Hong Kong continue to maintain its institutional advantages and contribute to the achievement of the country's second centenary goal.
Liang Hongzheng
Vice Chairman of the All-China Youth Federation and Chairman of the Youth Committee of the Hong Kong Federation of Economy and Democracy
The primary principle bottom line of the leader of any country or region is patriotism, and "patriots governing Hong Kong" is a basic and reasonable requirement. Only patriots can truly seek the well-being of the Hong Kong people under "one country, two systems", bring prosperity and stability to Hong Kong, and promote the common development of Hong Kong and the country. Hong Kong youth should fully and accurately understand the core essence of "one country, two systems", better equip themselves, and use the strengths of "one country" and the convenience of "two systems" to cope with competition from all over the world and create a broader and better future for Hong Kong.
Cai Desheng
Member of the Standing Committee of the All-China Youth Federation and Chief Counsellor of the Hong Kong Federation of Youth
Article 1 of the Hong Kong Basic Law, "The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is an inalienable part of the People's Republic of China", clarifies the basis of the entire Basic Law. Insisting on "patriots governing Hong Kong" is not a new thing, but a requirement already contained in the Basic Law. In the "black riots" of the previous year, social unrest and violence occurred frequently because of the failure to thoroughly implement the principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong". After the promulgation of the Hong Kong National Security Law, Hong Kong was ruled by chaos and calm was restored, and "patriots governing Hong Kong" has been a common consensus in Hong Kong society.
Guo Jihui
Member of the Standing Committee of the All-China Youth Federation and Executive Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Guangdong Youth Federation
The content of Director Xia Baolong's speech was concise and easy to understand, which further affirmed the principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong," once again explained to the Hong Kong public the relationship between the central authorities and the SAR Government, and pointed out the direction for Hong Kong's future political structure. Hong Kong is China's Hong Kong, and we must resolutely implement the principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong" and resolutely put an end to the unhealthy tendencies and evil tendencies of "Hong Kong independence." Only in this way can we ensure that the Hong Kong political power is firmly in the hands of patriots, effectively implement the central government's overall jurisdiction over Hong Kong, and thus ensure Hong Kong's long-term peace and stability, prosperity and stability.
Liu Zhiren
Member of the Standing Committee of the All-China Youth Federation and Executive Vice Chairman of Huizhou New Power
Loving the country and loving Hong Kong is a major issue of right and wrong that has a bearing on national sovereignty, security, and development interests, and "patriots governing Hong Kong" is a matter of course and righteousness. The development since Hong Kong's "return" proves that only by implementing the "patriots governing Hong Kong" and the right to govern Hong Kong is in the hands of Chinese who love the motherland and love Hong Kong, can China's resumption of the exercise of sovereignty over Hong Kong be reflected, and can "one country, two systems" be stable and far-reaching. In order to implement the "patriots governing Hong Kong", it is necessary to further improve Hong Kong's election system on the track of rule of law, which is an important part of changing Hong Kong and the first step in transforming Hong Kong's governance thinking and improving administrative capabilities.
Lin Zhibin
Member of the Standing Committee of the All-China Youth Federation, Chairman of the Friends of Wuyi of Hong Kong, Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Elite Association
I resolutely support the "patriots governing Hong Kong" and hope to improve Hong Kong's election system at all levels as soon as possible to ensure that the right to govern Hong Kong is in the hands of patriots and Hong Kong lovers. This will not only ensure the comprehensive and accurate implementation of "one country, two systems", but also ensure that "Hong Kong people govern Hong Kong" and "a high degree of autonomy" can be stable and far-reaching, and it can also ensure that Hong Kong's democratic system can develop healthily and smoothly.
Chen Zhengwei
Member of the All-China Youth Federation, Director of Orange News, Assistant General Manager of Yuntong Technology Co., Ltd
Since Hong Kong's return to the motherland, the practice of "one country, two systems" has undergone twists and turns, and some people have distorted and deliberately misunderstood the concept of "patriots" and opposed "patriotism" to "love Hong Kong." The evil consequences caused by this have erupted in a concentrated "storm over the revision of the law." It is precisely because of such chaos in society that it is necessary to correct the chaos and revisit the concept of "patriot". Director Xia Baolong put forward the "three inevitabilities" in his speech, so that the patriot standard is no longer vague. Under the clear definition of patriot standards, the key to Hong Kong's governance lies in how to ensure that "patriots govern Hong Kong", how to stand on the side of the majority of Hong Kong citizens, and kick out a small number of anti-China and chaotic Hong Kong elements who stand opposite the patriots.
Jiang Yuqi
Member of the All-China Youth Federation and President of the Hong Kong Youth Network
Implementing the "patriots governing Hong Kong" is equivalent to defending the fundamental interests of the country. The most basic way for Hong Kong public officials to serve the government is to respect the fundamental interests of the country, abide by the most basic political rules, and not undermine "one country, two systems." It is believed that this reform of the relevant system can prevent some people with ulterior motives from challenging the fundamental system of the country and distorting the "one country, two systems" through imperfections and loopholes in the system, which can put an end to the chaos of governance in Hong Kong in the past.
Huang Zhiyuan
He is a member of the All-China Youth Federation, a member of the National Association of Hong Kong and Macao Studies, and an associate director of news of Phoenix Satellite TV
Everyone familiar with Hong Kong's history knows that "patriots governing Hong Kong" has never been a new thing, that is the core content and precondition contained in the "one country, two systems" national policy and institutional system from the very beginning, and is the fundamental principle that must be observed in establishing, improving, developing, and perfecting the political system of the SAR. As an open international metropolis, "one country, two systems" has always been very flexible and inclusive, but at the same time there is a clear bottom line, and the country cannot accept "unpatriots" or even those who try to split the country to govern Hong Kong. The central authorities have released important positions and bottom-line information, and all parties should put aside prejudices and one-sided understandings, and clearly understand the bottom line and political ethics of reality. The HKSAR Government should also strengthen communication and interpretation with relevant professionals to reduce unnecessary suspicion and misunderstanding, so that the Hong Kong political system can return to the right track of development, and "one country, two systems" will continue to be stable and far-reaching.
Bao Hongxun
He is a member of the All-China Youth Federation and the chairman of the Shanghai-Hong Kong Youth Association
"Patriots governing Hong Kong" is the core essence of the principle of "one country, two systems" and the minimum criterion for practicing "Hong Kong people governing Hong Kong." Only by adhering to the principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong" and those who oppose China and chaos in Hong Kong can "one country, two systems" be fully and accurately implemented, can Hong Kong enjoy long-term peace and stability, and can Hong Kong's social and people's livelihood be fully guaranteed.
Huang Yiyi
He is a member of the All-China Youth Federation, deputy secretary-general and executive director of the Hong Kong Asian Youth Association
"Patriots governing Hong Kong" is a matter of course and righteousness, and it is the key to the steady and far-reaching practice of "one country, two systems." Many of the problems that have arisen since Hong Kong's return to the motherland are fundamentally related to the incomplete and inaccurate understanding and implementation of the "one country, two systems" principle, and the failure to truly implement the "patriots governing Hong Kong." Such people who disregard Hong Kong's legal system, economy, and people's livelihood for the sake of their own selfish desires cannot talk about loving the country and Hong Kong. Those who oppose hong Kong chaos and "black rioters," "stir-frying," and "Hong Kong independence" elements who violate the law and commit crimes must not enter the political structure of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. I resolutely support the improvement of the relevant election system, and in accordance with the principles of fairness, impartiality, openness, transparency, constitutionality and legality, elect "patriots" with determination and ability to resolutely implement "one country, two systems" to seek the welfare of Hong Kong society and the happiness of the Hong Kong people.
Li Zhenyi
He is a member of the All-China Youth Federation and vice president of the Hong Kong Youth Dynamics Association
"Patriots governing Hong Kong" should not only be just shouting slogans, but more importantly, we should jointly implement it! The specially invited member of the All-China Youth Federation hong Kong District is the most solid and loyal patriotic and hong Kong-loving youth force, and it is necessary to more widely publicize the core essence of "one country, two systems" to The hong Kong youth, lead more Hong Kong youth to support and practice "one country, two systems", be "patriots" who sincerely safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests, and contribute to Hong Kong's steady and far-reaching development.
Ke Jiayang
Member of the All-China Youth Federation and Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Youth Federation
"Patriots governing Hong Kong" is the core essence of the "one country, two systems" principle. Important officials of the SAR Government and personnel of relevant governance institutions are the key forces in governing Hong Kong, and it is all the more necessary to adhere to the principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong." Only in this way can we ensure the true implementation of the central government's right to govern Hong Kong, and can we make the practice of "one country, two systems" move more steadily and further along the right direction!
Zhao Jiayin
Member of the All-China Youth Federation and Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Huajing Association
As members of the All-China Youth Federation and as members of tens of millions of patriots, in order to truly realize Hong Kong's prosperity and stability, we will: Resolutely shoulder the common responsibility of comprehensively implementing the fundamental principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong," closely unite under the banner of patriotism and love for Hong Kong, stimulate positive social energy, and form a powerful force and momentum for patriots to govern Hong Kong; we will firmly support the central and SAR governments in clearing the source of the problem of "patriots governing Hong Kong," which is a major issue of right and wrong, and will "black riots," "stir-ups," and "Hong Kong independence" that oppose Hong Kong chaos and break the law and commit crimes "Elements are purged from the political structure of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region; from the strategic height of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and the overall perspective of national development, they jointly plan the future of Hong Kong and strive to achieve long-term peace and stability, prosperity and stability in Hong Kong."
Source: Liaison Office of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, Hong Kong
Editor: Meng Ziwei
Process Editor: Dan Guo