[Commentary] On June 8th, the Hong Kong SAR Government held an online seminar on the 30th anniversary of the promulgation of the Hong Kong Basic Law. The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Lin Zhengyue, pointed out at the meeting that to understand the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, it is necessary to return to "One Country, Two Systems" "'S original intention. Despite the ups and downs of Hong Kong, "one country, two systems" is still the best system guarantee, allowing Hong Kong society to ride the wind and waves.
[Same period] Chief Executive Lin Zheng Yue'e of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
At that time, Mr. Deng Xiaoping proposed the concept of "one country, two systems" on the premise of safeguarding the unity and territorial integrity of the country and maintaining the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong, taking into account the history and reality of Hong Kong, and retaining the characteristics and advantages of Hong Kong to the greatest extent to allow Hong Kong The original lifestyle of the citizens remains unchanged. This original intention has never changed, and it is also the fundamental purpose of the Central Government for the various policies of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Based on this original intention, the Basic Law further articulates and implements the country’s principles and policies for Hong Kong, stipulates the important concepts of "one country, two systems", "Hong Kong people ruling Hong Kong" and a high degree of autonomy, stipulates the various systems implemented by the Hong Kong SAR, and outlines the Hong Kong SAR’s Development blueprint. Therefore, to accurately understand the Basic Law, one must not Don't forget the original intention.
[Commentary] Lin Zhengyue also said that when he understands the Hong Kong Basic Law, he must also understand the "Constitution of the People's Republic of China" because the Constitution and the Hong Kong Basic Law together constitute the constitutional basis of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. According to Article 31 of the Constitution, the state may establish special administrative regions when necessary. The system implemented in the special administrative region shall be prescribed by law by the National People's Congress in accordance with specific circumstances. The National People’s Congress has the power to decide on the establishment of the Special Administrative Region and its system. On the basis of this Constitution, the National People’s Congress was adopted and officially promulgated on April 4, 1990 in accordance with Article 62, Item 14 The Hong Kong Basic Law came into force on the day of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on July 1, 1997.
[Commentary] She also pointed out that Article 62, Clause 2 of the Constitution states that the National People’s Congress has the authority to supervise the implementation of the Constitution. The Third Session of the 13th National People’s Congress voted to pass the "National People’s Congress on the establishment and maintenance of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The Decision on the Legal System and Enforcement Mechanism of National Security authorizes the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress to formulate relevant laws on the maintenance of national security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. It is precisely the exercise of the responsibilities entrusted to the National People’s Congress by the Constitution. Its constitutional and legal basis is beyond doubt.
[Same period] Chief Executive Lin Zheng Yue'e of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Although the Basic Law is a constitutional document, it has a very rich and substantial content. Its 160 articles cover all aspects. In the past period of time, the society has paid more attention to the provisions of the Basic Law on political and economic systems and the protection of citizens’ freedoms and rights.
However, in response to the claims of "Hong Kong independence", "self-determination", and "referendum" in recent years that engage in activities that undermine national sovereignty, security, and development interests, we need to thoroughly understand the relevant provisions of the Basic Law on the relationship between the Central Government and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
[Commentary] Lin Zhengyue stated that the Hong Kong Basic Law states that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is a local administrative region with a high degree of autonomy in the People’s Republic of China and is directly under the Central People’s Government. The relevant provisions stipulate that the SAR enjoys administrative power, legislative power, judicial power and final adjudication power, but at the same time it clearly retains the power of the central government.
[Same period] Chief Executive Lin Zheng Yue'e of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
National security belongs to the central authority. In view of the increasingly serious national security situation facing Hong Kong, and the executive legislature of the Special Administrative Region in the past 23 years, and even for a period of time in the future, it will be difficult to complete the legislative work related to the maintenance of national security. The Central Government cannot ignore this situation that endangers national security. At this critical moment, the National People’s Congress, as the highest organ of power in the country, exercises its constitutional powers and authorizes the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress to formulate relevant laws, and then incorporates them into Annex III of the Basic Law. The announcement and implementation in Hong Kong is completely understandable, reasonable and deserved. The general public support.
[Commentary] Lin Zhengyue emphasized that the SAR Government will go all out to cooperate with the central government in the relevant legislative work.
[Same period] Chief Executive Lin Zheng Yue'e of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
The relevant legislation is to punish a very small number of people for criminal acts and activities that seriously endanger national security, thereby protecting the vast majority of law-abiding citizens and enabling Hong Kong to revert to a safe and stable city after suffering a year of violent destruction; national security After the legislation, Hong Kong can re-start after the epidemic, consolidating and enhancing the confidence of local and overseas investors in doing business in Hong Kong.
[Explanation] Lin Zhengyue said that despite the ups and downs of Hong Kong, "one country, two systems" is still the best system guarantee, allowing Hong Kong society to ride the wind and waves. It is hoped that Hong Kong-related national security legislation will be adopted to adhere to and improve the "one country, two systems" system to ensure the long-term prosperity and stability of the SAR.
Reported by Zhang Xiaoxi Wen Mengxin
Editor in charge: [Wang Yu]