China News Agency, Hong Kong, June 8 (Reporter Zhang Xiaoxi) The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Lin Zheng Yuee, pointed out on the 8th that to understand the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China (Hong Kong Basic Law), we must return to the original intention of "one country, two systems". 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.
On the same day, the Hong Kong SAR Government held an online seminar on the thirtieth anniversary of the promulgation of the Hong Kong Basic Law, and Lin Zhengyue addressed the meeting.
Lin Zhengyue said that Mr. Deng Xiaoping’s idea of “one country, two systems” was to maintain the unity and territorial integrity of the country and maintain the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong. Taking into account the history and reality of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong’s characteristics and Advantages, to maintain the original lifestyle of Hong Kong people.
She pointed out that 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 Hong Kong Basic Law further articulates and implements the country’s policy towards 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 Special Administrative Region, and outlines Hong Kong The blueprint for the development of the SAR. Therefore, in order to accurately understand the Hong Kong Basic Law, one must not Don't forget the original intention.
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" (Constitution), 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.
She also pointed out that the second paragraph of Article 62 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 Improvement of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to Maintain National Security The Decision on the Legal System and Enforcement Mechanism authorizes the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress to formulate relevant laws for safeguarding 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, and its constitutional and legal basis is beyond doubt.
Lin Zhengyue said that although the Hong Kong 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 community has paid more attention to the provisions of the Hong Kong 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" advocated in recent years to engage in activities that undermine national sovereignty, security and development interests, it is necessary to have a thorough understanding of the relevant provisions of the Hong Kong Basic Law on the relationship between the Central Government and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
Lin Zhengyue said that the Hong Kong Basic Law pointed out 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.
She pointed out that national security belongs to the central authority. In view of the increasingly serious national security situation facing Hong Kong, and the fact that the executive legislature of the SAR has been unable to complete its own legislative work related to the maintenance of national security in the past 23 years or even for a period of time in the future, 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 incorporate them into Annex III of the Hong Kong Basic Law. It is fully understandable, reasonable and reasonable to announce and implement in Hong Kong. It should be supported by the general public of Hong Kong.
She emphasized that the relevant legislation is to punish a very small number of criminal acts and activities that seriously endanger national security, thereby protecting the vast majority of law-abiding citizens, so that Hong Kong can restore security and stability after a year of violent destruction; , Hong Kong can start again after the epidemic, consolidating and enhancing the confidence of local and overseas investors in doing business in Hong Kong. The SAR Government will go all out to cooperate with the central government in the relevant legislative work.
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. (Finish)