China News Service, Hong Kong, October 25th (Reporter Zhang Xiaoxi) "The spirit of the times shines on the Hong Kong River" theme exhibition of great power construction opened at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center on the morning of the 25th. A large number of photos reflecting the country’s long architectural history and development achievements in the field of contemporary architecture, The videos and models met with the audience in Hong Kong to show Hong Kong citizens the achievements of national construction.

  The event was hosted by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Hong Kong Liaison Office), and China State Construction Engineering Corporation.

The picture shows the Chief Executive of the Special Administrative Region Carrie Lam giving a speech at the opening ceremony.

Photo by China News Agency reporter Li Zhihua

  The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Carrie Lam said in a speech that Hong Kong has ushered in a new situation and a new starting point. In the future, to better integrate into the overall development of the country and build the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Hong Kong compatriots need a stronger national centripetal force, and "the spirit of the times shines." The Xiangjiang event played such an important role.

The theme of this exhibition is construction, which covers many buildings and infrastructure in Hong Kong, reflecting the close connection between Hong Kong and the country, and the country's support and care for Hong Kong.

  Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor revealed that it is expected that in the next few years, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government will spend more than 100 billion Hong Kong dollars on capital projects each year, which will be used to promote various infrastructure projects for people’s livelihood, speed up land and house construction, improve the living environment of citizens, raise the index of citizens’ living, and build suitable facilities. Hong Kong is suitable to live, work and travel.

The picture shows Lu Xinning, deputy director of the Hong Kong Central Liaison Office, giving a speech at the opening ceremony.

Photo by China News Agency reporter Li Zhihua

  Lu Xinning, deputy director of the Liaison Office in Hong Kong, said in a speech that he believes that this event will let the broad audiences and young students in Hong Kong feel the charm of Chinese culture and the splendor of building a great country.

I hope that from the construction of a great country, Hong Kong compatriots can experience the beauty of Chinese civilization, the spirit of the Chinese nation, and the cultural temperament of Hong Kong, gain a deeper understanding of national development, witness national achievements, build national identity, inspire feelings for the country, and share the historical responsibility of national rejuvenation. Share the great glory of the country's prosperity and strength.

  In addition, Zheng Xuexuan, the general manager of China State Construction Group, said in a video speech that in the new development process of Hong Kong’s governance and prosperity, China State Construction Group will fully serve the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area under the guidance of the central government’s strategy for Hong Kong. Economic and social development and Hong Kong people have made new contributions to expanding their happiness space.

The picture shows the guests attending the opening ceremony of the exhibition.

Photo by China News Agency reporter Li Zhihua

  It is reported that the exhibition on the theme of "The Spirit of the Times Brilliant Xiangjiang River" will be held from the 25th to the 30th of this month.

A reporter from China News Agency saw at the scene that the theme exhibition exhibited a number of landmark buildings, including the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, Hong Kong International Airport and many world-class skyscrapers. Hong Kong citizens can use photos, models, multimedia video images, etc. Learn about the development history of the country's construction and feel the country's rapid progress.

  At the event, more than 30 students from the Wang Jinhui Primary and Secondary School affiliated to Hong Kong Baptist University held the national flag and the regional flag of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to sing the song "The Descendants of the Dragon".

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