Hong Kong District Elections Democratic victory top Hong Kong government “I want to reflect seriously” November 25, 18:25
Hong Kong media reported that democratics critical of the government had won over 80% of all seats, and distrust of the Hong Kong government in the election of the constituency in Hong Kong on the 24th Is the shape shown. The Hong Kong government's chief executive, Moon Moon Rin, has made a statement saying "I want to reflect seriously on the dissatisfaction of the citizens," but does not mention future responses.
The Hong Kong constituency election, which was voted on the 24th, was contested over 452 seats of 18 ward councils, reaching a record high of 71.2%.
According to multiple Hong Kong media, as a result of the vote, democrats critical of the government reached over 380 seats, more than 80% of all seats, and pro-Chinese seats of about 60 seats, more than 10% I stayed at.
The top of the democratic party “Democratic Party”, which became the biggest force in the district assembly after the election results, said at the press conference, “It is a sign of the public will of Hong Kong citizens since the series of protests. "I would like to ask for the establishment of an" independent investigation committee "that verifies the response of police enforcement."
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In response to the results of the constituency elections, the head of the Hong Kong government's chief executive, Moon Tsuen Wan, issued a statement on the 24th.
Among them, “The election date for yesterday was generally a peaceful and safe election,” and “This result reflects the current state of society felt by citizens and dissatisfaction with serious social issues. I understand that it is a thing, and the government wants to reflect on these citizens' opinions and seriously reflect on it. ”However, it does not mention future responses.
However, for the Hong Kong government, which has continued to reject citizens' requests, it is not easy to accept the requests because it cannot ignore the intentions of the backing Chinese government. There is a possibility that the rebound will be further strengthened and confusion deepened.
Democratic Party of the largest group "Those who expressed the will of people"
President Hu Zhiwei of the democratic political party “Democratic Party”, which has doubled its seats to 90 seats in this election and became the largest power, “This result is an explosive expression of public will since a series of protests. “Many Hong Kong citizens have been awakened and Hong Kong has not accepted to become a police city,” he stressed.
On top of that, asking for the realization of five requests, such as the “establishment of an independent investigation committee” that verifies the response of the police, “If the government continues to reject the request even with the results of this election, "I am worried that I may lose confidence in protesting in a peaceful manner," he said, suggesting that the protest may escalate depending on the government's response.
Mr. Zhou Niwa “Election results in great pressure”
One of the core members of the “Umbrella Movement” five years ago, Mr. Zhoubai, who was also called the “goddess” of the democratization movement, responded in Japanese to Japanese media interviews about the results of this election. “Winning is not the goal of the movement. The goal of our demonstrators is five requirements, so winning the election is just the first step, just the beginning.” In addition, he stressed, “I think the result of this election will be a great pressure for the Chinese government, the Hong Kong government, and the pro-Chinese in Hong Kong.”
Pro-Middle Party “Big Frustration”
Before the election, it was the largest force in the ward assembly. This time, Lee Chu of the pro-Chinese political party “Private Renren” who reduced the number of seats to 1/5 was told at the press conference “Many friends lost. It ’s a big frustration, and I ’d like to thank and apologize for the citizens who supported me, ”said seven executives and others, holding their hands and bowing deeply.
"We understand that many people were dissatisfied with the current situation. We respect and accept this result. However, we were unable to conduct normal election activities because the office was destroyed." To say that, only 21 out of 181 candidates could be elected.
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China "Hong Kong's urgent mission to regain order"
China's Foreign Ministry spokesman said at a press conference on the 25th that he would avoid direct commentary on Hong Kong's election results and said, “Hong Kong ’s urgent task is to stop violence and restore order.” Stressed the position that should continue to crack down.
He pointed out that “the Hong Kong issue is entirely a Chinese internal affairs issue” and “the Chinese government's determination to protect national sovereignty and security and the interests of development is firm. “It ’s hard. I am determined to oppose foreign forces interfering with Hong Kong,” stating that international public opinion doesn't support Hong Kong's protests.
Taiwan Presidential Office “Deep respect and support”
Regarding the victory of democrats in Hong Kong constituency elections, Taiwan's presidential office released a comment from a spokesman, saying, “The election results represent the absolute will of Hong Kong people seeking freedom and democracy. I would like to show my deep respect and support on behalf of the Taiwanese people. "
“Beijing authorities and the Hong Kong government should accept the will of the people and realize Hong Kong ’s commitment to freedom and democracy in concrete terms, and sincere dialogue with people can resolve conflicts and conflicts.” I pointed out.