On March 5, Wang Chen, vice chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, explained to the Fourth Session of the 13th National People's Congress on the "Decision of the National People's Congress on Improving the Electoral System in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Draft)" that necessary measures must be taken to improve the election system of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. In this regard, many members of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) living in shanghai and hong Kong and members of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference said in an interview with reporters that improving the election system will help ensure the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong society, and will fully support the relevant decisions made by the NPC from the constitutional level to ensure that the practice of "one country, two systems" is stable and far-reaching.
"'Patriots governing Hong Kong' is the core essence of the 'one country, two systems' principle, the call of the times for promoting the cause of 'one country, two systems,' and an inevitable requirement for Hong Kong to integrate into the overall situation of the motherland's development." Xu Rongmao, member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and president of the China Federation of Overseas Chinese Entrepreneurs, who lives in Shanghai and Hong Kong, held that in order to ensure that the practice of "one country, two systems" always moves steadily and far in the correct direction, and does not deform or deviate from the norm, at present, the most crucial and urgent thing is to improve various systems, especially the election system, and to provide a sound institutional guarantee for the principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong." This fundamental principle is the common responsibility of Hong Kong society in practice. "Ask where the canal is as clear as promised, so that there is a source of living water." Under the leadership of the patriots as the main body of the rulers of Hong Kong, we have reason to believe that Hong Kong will certainly be able to ride the long wind and break through the waves in the future, and the practice of 'one country, two systems' in Hong Kong will certainly go more steadily and further in the right direction. ”
"Following the Hong Kong National Security Law, the NPC has once again put the issue of improving the implementation mechanism of the Basic Law on its agenda, which is also a landmark event in the practice of 'one country, two systems' in Hong Kong. This is the country's renewed concern for Hong Kong, which will surely lay a solid foundation for Hong Kong's long-term peace and stability. Tu Haiming, member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and chairman of the Hong Kong New Era Development Think Tank, believes that there is a strict logical relationship between "patriots governing Hong Kong" and "one country, two systems," and that Hong Kong and the mainland belong to one China, and that if Hong Kong public officials do not love the country and do not agree with the "one China" principle, it will be impossible to make good use of public power and perform their duties. "To implement 'Hong Kong people governing Hong Kong,' we must persist in 'patriots governing Hong Kong.' To improve the electoral system is to justifiably keep the unpatriots out of the door." He said that to eradicate the "Hong Kong chaos", it is not enough to rely on Hong Kong's own strength, and it is necessary to establish rules and regulations at the national level to solve deep-seated problems. Last year, the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress enacted the Hong Kong National Security Law, and there was a good momentum of chaos and governance in Hong Kong. "Now, the National People's Congress is making another move, which will surely make the foundation of Hong Kong's prosperity and stability more solid."
Cao Qidong, member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and vice chairman of the Hong Kong and Shanghai General Association, believes that any country must always ensure that the power of governance is in the hands of patriots, and only in this way can national sovereignty, security, and development interests be truly safeguarded. Hong Kong must operate under the coverage of the national Constitution, and anyone involved in the administration of Hong Kong must agree with the Constitution and the Basic Law, and anyone who does not agree with this most basic red line must be resolutely removed. If we hesitate on this point, there will be no real return of Hong Kong. He said: "The improvement of Hong Kong's election system by the central authorities this time is an inevitable requirement for ensuring the stability and long-term development of 'one country, two systems' and the most important measure to return Hong Kong to normal at an early date." As a member of the CHINESE People's Political Consultative Conference, in addition to being inspired, we must also make our own contributions to the implementation of this initiative. ”
"Improving Hong Kong's election system, which conforms to the Constitution and the Basic Law, is a key step in effectively implementing the fundamental principles of 'one country, two systems' and 'patriots governing Hong Kong' from the institutional point of view, and has a direct bearing on the major issue that the governing power in Hong Kong has always been in the hands of patriots." Shen Min, member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference in Shanghai, member of the Standing Committee of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, and director of the Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and Overseas Chinese Committee, believes that only by adhering to the principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong" can we ensure that "one country, two systems" will not deviate in the process of concrete implementation. Only when Hong Kong can put an end to chaos as soon as possible politically can it create conditions for resolving deep-seated economic and people's livelihood problems. She said that the Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and Overseas Chinese Committee of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference will fully support the support and participation of the members of the Hong Kong District of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference in supporting and participating in the implementation of the Election Law, and play a positive role in implementing the fundamental principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong" and ensuring that the practice of "one country, two systems" is stable and far-reaching. At the same time, we will strengthen patriotic education for Young People in Hong Kong, guide Young People in Hong Kong to enhance their national consciousness and patriotic spirit, cultivate young talents who love the country and Love Hong Kong, lay a good foundation for patriots to govern Hong Kong, and strive to promote the work of "the return of the people's hearts."
"As the highest organ of state power, the National People's Congress has improved Hong Kong's election system from the constitutional level, which is constitutional and legal, and it is even more reasonable to keep pace with the times." Shi Rongheng, member of the Standing Committee of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference on Hong Kong and Macao, convener of the Hong Kong and Macao CPPCC Committee, and vice president of the Provincial Cppcc Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, said: In recent years, election-related chaos has occurred frequently in Hong Kong, seriously harming Hong Kong's prosperity and stability, and fully exposing the obvious loopholes in Hong Kong's current election system. The NPC's determination to patch up loopholes and improve the system is a major choice made in accordance with the current situation in Hong Kong and conforms to the interests of the Hong Kong people and the national interests. "Only by improving Hong Kong's election system can we truly ensure the realization of 'patriots governing Hong Kong,' truly seek the well-being of the vast number of Hong Kong residents, ensure national security, and safeguard Hong Kong's prosperity and stability."
"Resolutely support the improvement of the election system in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, 'patriots govern Hong Kong,' and everyone should make concerted efforts to build a stable and prosperous Hong Kong and give the Hong Kong people a stable home." Guan Baihao, member of the Standing Committee of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference on the Hong Kong District and deputy convener of the Hong Kong and Macao Committee, said that after more than 20 years of return, it is indeed time to upgrade the governance structure of the special zone. "In recent years, foreign anti-China forces have used elections to undermine Hong Kong's stability and interfere in Hong Kong's democratic development, which has not only brought chaos to Hong Kong's political and economic situation, but also endangered national security." He believes that it is urgent to ensure Hong Kong's prosperity and stability, economic development, improvement of people's livelihood, and long-term peace and stability, and the improvement of relevant systems. To implement the "patriots governing Hong Kong," it is inevitable to plug the loopholes in the governance structure, and we must not allow those who are plotting against Hong Kong to take advantage of it.
"We will resolutely support the central government's efforts to improve the electoral system and the fundamental principle of 'patriots governing Hong Kong,' and will also strive to maintain Hong Kong's long-term prosperity and stability." Zhao Baiji, member of the Hong Kong District Committee of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and vice president of the Shanghai Overseas Friendship Association, said: Over the past few years, various social violence activities in Hong Kong have seriously undermined social stability and hindered Hong Kong's economic development, and we have paid a heavy price for this. "Patriots governing Hong Kong" is the basic prerequisite for the HKSAR to safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests, and it is also an urgent need for Hong Kong to restore its economy, protect people's livelihood, and achieve long-term peace and stability. He believes that only by maintaining the stability of Hong Kong society can we concentrate on improving people's livelihood and promoting economic development. "Hong Kong people should unite to better play the institutional advantages of 'one country, two systems', enhance the ability of Hong Kong society to resist risks and the stamina of healthy development, actively integrate into the overall situation of national development, and create more possibilities for regional integration."
"Resolutely support the improvement of Hong Kong's electoral system; support the implementation of 'patriot rule in Hong Kong' under the premise of 'one country.'" Zhao Lijuan, a member of the Hong Kong District committee of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and president of the Shanghai-Hong Kong Federation of Professionals, said that the root cause of the chaos in Hong Kong in the past is that the principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong" has not been effectively implemented. In order for Hong Kong to achieve "patriots governing Hong Kong" and long-term peace and stability, it is necessary to strengthen and improve comprehensive policies in the selection of management talents, strengthen national education, and improve the public opinion environment. She suggested that different types of patriots, including the National People's Congress, the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and the Justice of the Peace, can be considered in the selection of management talents, all of whom love society, Hong Kong and the country. They can all make a slight effort in the matter of "patriots governing Hong Kong" and make contributions to society, Hong Kong and the country. "Patriots governing Hong Kong" conforms to Hong Kong's actual situation and can effectively improve the governance efficiency of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Only by improving the relevant systems can Hong Kong truly ensure long-term peace and stability. ”
"Hong Kong is an inseparable part of the country, and ensuring that Hong Kong is held by patriotic and Hong Kong-loving people is an important cornerstone for ensuring that 'one country, two systems' will be stable and far-reaching in Hong Kong." Yao Heng, member of the Hong Kong District Committee of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and vice president of the Hong Kong Overseas Chinese Association, said: As the highest organ of state power, it is reasonable for the NPC to guard the bottom line of security and consolidate the foundation for Development for Hong Kong, and has played an important role in resolving social chaos at the source and returning to the right track of development. "This year is the beginning of the national '14th Five-Year Plan', but also the key year for Hong Kong to deeply integrate into the national development blueprint and start again, in the future domestic and international dual cycle of the new development pattern, Hong Kong as an important node of the country has a unique position and great responsibility." Improving the election system can truly guarantee Hong Kong's future prospects. ”
Fang Zhenqiang, member of the Hong Kong District Committee of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and president of the Shanghai-Hong Kong Youth Association, believes that it is precisely because of certain loopholes in Hong Kong's current election system that some external forces and non-patriots have influenced and hindered Hong Kong's development in the past. "Improving the electoral system will be a milestone for Hong Kong's future." He firmly believes that this move will play a major role in "stabilizing people's hearts, boosting confidence, and revitalizing the economy" to a large extent, and will also inspire more patriots to resolutely support "one country, two systems", create a big family of patriots, overcome difficulties together, help Hong Kong return to normalcy, and work together with the country to create brilliant achievements.
Chen Henry, a member of the Hong Kong District committee of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and executive vice president of the Hong Kong Chinese Chamber of Commerce, said that the election system is an important part of the political system and affects the safe operation and healthy development of an administrative region. In recent years, anti-China chaotic Hong Kong forces and local radical separatist forces have advocated "Hong Kong independence" and other ideas, and they have wantonly carried out anti-China chaotic Hong Kong activities through the election platform of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Legislative Council and the district council, or by taking advantage of their status as public officials, and even wantonly seized the right to govern Hong Kong. These acts and activities have seriously damaged Hong Kong's constitutional order and legal order, and seriously undermined the well-being of Hong Kong society and people. "To maintain prosperity and stability in Hong Kong, it must adhere to the principle of 'patriots governing Hong Kong' and must improve Hong Kong's election system."
Jiang Shan, member of the Hong Kong District Committee of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and executive chairman of the Hong Kong Greater China Association, believes that after Hong Kong's return to the motherland, it became the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and implemented "one country, two systems." This is an unprecedented and great initiative. No country or society can allow a group of people who do not love their country, oppose their own country, and endanger national sovereignty, security and development interests to enter the governance team. "At present, the most important thing for Hong Kong is to fully implement the principle of 'patriots governing Hong Kong' as soon as possible in the system, plug loopholes, and completely eliminate the possibility of unpatriots entering the government governance structure through various elections." It is timely to improve Hong Kong's electoral system. He said.
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Author: PAN Lianglei, a headline reporter of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference
Editor: Yang Xiaoxi