Hong Kong society and public opinion
Resolutely support and support the improvement of the electoral system
The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress passed the amendments to Annex 1 and Annex 2 of the Hong Kong Basic Law to systematically revise and improve the methods for selecting the Chief Executive and the Legislative Council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
Groups, individuals, and public opinion in Hong Kong society believe that the new electoral system arrangement is in line with the actual situation and overall interests of Hong Kong, embodies the principles of broad representation and balanced participation, and marks that the election system with Hong Kong characteristics has ushered in a new starting point and improved the SAR government. The effectiveness of governance and the realization of good governance and good governance are of great significance.
Politics, business, academia——
Hong Kong's fundamental move to set aside chaos and achieve good governance and good governance
Liang Zhenying, vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, expressed firm support for the new election arrangements.
He said that Hong Kong’s political system is dominated by the executive, and the Chief Executive is elected by the Election Committee. This shows that the Election Committee has considerable power in the political system. It empowers the Election Committee to elect some members of the Legislative Council, which is in full compliance with the original Basic Law conferred on the Election Committee. The expansion of the electoral committee and the increase of seats in the Legislative Council reflect the principle of broad representation and balanced participation.
Tan Yaozong, a member of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, emphasized that the amendment to the Basic Law Annex can effectively resolve loopholes and problems in the past elections in Hong Kong and restore the original intent of the Basic Law in the political system.
The new electoral arrangements will put Hong Kong on a healthy track, and the democratic process in Hong Kong will continue to move forward in the future.
Non-official members of the Executive Council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region issued a joint statement, expressing welcome and firm support for the relevant amendments passed by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, and will fully cooperate with the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government in revising local laws.
Li Jiajie, member of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and vice chairman of the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, believes that improving the electoral system is a fundamental measure for Hong Kong to correct chaos and achieve good governance and governance. It is also the common aspiration of Hong Kong citizens. The new election arrangement will make the relationship between the executive and the legislative smoother, and will ensure long-term stability for Hong Kong. Provide a solid system guarantee.
The Chairman of the Chinese Culture Association of Hong Kong, Gao Jingde, stated that the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress passed the relevant amendments and established the clearest legal basis for "anti-China chaos Hong Kong out", which can ensure that Hong Kong's governance power is firmly in the hands of patriots and Hong Kong patriots. , Which marks a new starting point for the election system with Hong Kong characteristics.
Lu Jinqin, chairman of the Federation of Industry and Commerce in all districts in Hong Kong, firmly supports the constitutional power of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress to improve Hong Kong's electoral system, and firmly supports the SAR government in carrying out local legislation related work accordingly.
He emphasized that the new electoral arrangements have brought Hong Kong into a new era of "patriots ruling Hong Kong" and will provide strong support for Hong Kong to open a new chapter of good governance and good governance.
Chen Qingquan, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and an honorary professor of the University of Hong Kong, believes that the new election arrangements implement the core requirements of "patriots ruling Hong Kong", conform to broad public opinion, conform to Hong Kong's reality, and reflect the advancement of system design with the times.
He sent a message from all walks of life in Hong Kong society to keep a clear mind, see the direction of social progress in the great changes in the world, and give full play to Hong Kong's unique advantages of "one country, two systems".
Societies from all walks of life——
Conducive to the healthy development of Hong Kong's political system in accordance with the constitution and law
The Hong Kong Friendship Association issued a statement stating that the two amendments passed by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress have effectively improved Hong Kong's electoral system and promoted the development of a democratic political system that suits Hong Kong's actual conditions.
The association stated that since mid-March, many patriotic and Hong Kong groups in Hong Kong have spontaneously collected nearly 2.4 million people’s signature support. During this period, the central government has also sent staff to Hong Kong to listen to opinions from all walks of life. "It can be said that this amendment has a solid foundation of public opinion. This is what the people want and the general trend."
The Hong Kong Federation of New Territories Associations believes that the new electoral system can fundamentally ensure Hong Kong’s political security and the fundamental interests of 7.5 million Hong Kong citizens. This move is constitutional, legal, sensible and reasonable, and has a solid foundation of public opinion. It is in order to implement the principle of "patriots ruling Hong Kong". Provide institutional guarantees.
The Hong Kong Lawyers Association issued a statement stressing that the two amendments are to improve Hong Kong’s electoral system at the national level, highlighting Hong Kong’s constitutional order under the practice of "one country, two systems", and are conducive to the healthy development of Hong Kong's political system and democracy in accordance with the constitution and laws.
The Hong Kong Federation of Education Workers stated in a statement that after the improvement of the electoral system, Hong Kong politics is back on track. It is hoped that Hong Kong schools, which have unfortunately become political battlegrounds earlier, will focus on the development of teaching work.
The Alumni Link of Hong Kong Universities and Colleges and the Hong Kong Higher Education Council all welcomed and fully supported the improvement of the electoral system, and believed that the NPC Standing Committee’s move was constitutional, legal, and reasonable.
The two groups hope that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government will amend relevant laws as soon as possible to gather the strength of patriots and Hong Kong so that the society can concentrate on solving the deep-seated conflicts that have accumulated for many years and jointly build a better tomorrow.
Hong Kong public opinion——
The virtuous and virtuous patriots govern Hong Kong to ensure the long-term stability of Hong Kong
Hong Kong's "Wen Wei Po" published a social review on March 31, stating that the overall planning and design of Hong Kong's electoral system provides institutional guarantees for the development of high-quality democracy in Hong Kong and the realization of good governance and good governance, which is conducive to eliminating risks that endanger national security and allowing more people to have both ability and political integrity. The talented patriots of Hong Kong participate in the governance of Hong Kong through elections to enhance the effectiveness of Hong Kong’s governance.
The "Hong Kong Economic Times" published a social review stating that after the implementation of the new electoral system in Hong Kong, the legislature is expected to work more closely with the administrative system in the future and continue to reflect the interests of all classes.
The people of Hong Kong eagerly hope that all those who govern Hong Kong will be virtuous and virtuous, who will contribute to the long-term development of Hong Kong and seek long-term stability.
Hong Kong's "Sing Tao Daily" editorial believes that the new electoral system sets up multiple security mechanisms to prevent anti-China chaos in Hong Kong from entering the governance structure and ensure that "patriots govern Hong Kong."
As the political system returns to the right track, the efficiency of the Hong Kong SAR government's governance will be greatly improved, which is not contrary to democratic elections.
The "Hong Kong Commercial Daily" published a social review stating that the improvement of Hong Kong's electoral system has a far-reaching impact on Hong Kong's development and is an important milestone in the practice of "One Country, Two Systems". The relevant amendments will also optimize and improve Hong Kong's democratic processes and systems, and will surely ensure the long-term stability of Hong Kong.
"One law perak secures the Hong Kong River, and the rules are selected to protect the voyage." On March 31, the editorial of Ta Kung Pao, after explaining the constitutionality, democracy, balance, and advancement characteristics of the Hong Kong electoral system, wrote: "Perfect With the electoral system, Hong Kong will never be the same; high-quality democracy and good governance mean a better era of great development is coming!"