China News Service, Hong Kong, January 17th. The Chief Secretary for Administration of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government Zhang Jianzong stated on the 17th that civil servants are an important part of the governance team of the Special Administrative Region government and are absolutely responsible for upholding Hong Kong's Basic Law and implementing "One Country, Two Systems". Civil servants swear or sign The declaration is not just a short oath or a piece of paper, but it is actually of great significance.
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government recently issued a notice to various policy bureaux and departments announcing the requirements for making an oath or signing a declaration for civil servants appointed before July 1, 2020.
Zhang Jianzong published a blog stating that the oath or signing of the declaration collectively demonstrated the loyalty and commitment of the civil servants to support the Hong Kong Basic Law and allegiance to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, effectively enhancing the awareness of civil servants in this respect, further clarifying responsibilities and requirements, and manifesting them in detail.
He pointed out that upholding the Hong Kong Basic Law, loyalty to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, loyalty to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and being responsible to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government are the consistent responsibilities of civil servants under the Hong Kong Basic Law and the Civil Service Code, as well as the government and society's consistent expectations and requirements of them. All civil servants must Clearly know and accept these basic responsibilities.
He believes that the oath or signature of a civil servant is a public confirmation and true expression of their responsibilities and expectations, and makes them more clearly aware of the responsibilities, commitments and requirements brought about by their official status, which will help further protect , Consolidate and promote the core values that the civil servants should abide by, and ensure the effective governance of the SAR government.
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has previously introduced arrangements for taking oaths or signing declarations for civil servants who entered employment on or after July 1, 2020. So far, more than 4,000 new civil servants have signed the declaration.
Zhang Jianzong said that Hong Kong is facing unprecedented difficulties and challenges in history.
He called on civil servants to continue to work hard, stick to their posts, serve the society with all their hearts, and help Hong Kong get out of the predicament.
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