Hong Kong, President Xi Jinping has a deep concern for this land——
On June 29, 2017, the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, at the Hong Kong International Airport, President Xi Jinping said: "The development of Hong Kong has always affected my heart."
On June 30, 2022, the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, President Xi Jinping, who inspected Hong Kong again at the Hong Kong West Kowloon Station of the High Speed Rail, said: "In the past five years, I have been paying attention to Hong Kong, thinking about Hong Kong, my heart and the central government. My heart is always with my Hong Kong compatriots."
Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core has always cared about the development of Hong Kong and the well-being of Hong Kong compatriots, and the long-term prosperity and stability of Hong Kong, from the overall perspective of realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, and has made a series of strategic decisions and major issues. We will continue to promote the successful practice of "one country, two systems" in Hong Kong, and lead Hong Kong to write a grand chapter of great rejuvenation together with the motherland.
During President Xi Jinping's inspection, the widely sung classic melodies of loving the country and Hong Kong echoed over the Victoria Harbour.
Looking back at the past and looking forward to the future
"Hong Kong compatriots have always stood together with the motherland and are connected by blood"
"Get up! People who don't want to be slaves! Build our new Great Wall with our flesh and blood!"
On July 1, the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland and the inauguration ceremony of the sixth-term government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region were grandly held.
The flag was flying and the national anthem was loud.
Looking back on history, President Xi Jinping pointed out in his speech at the conference: "The history of civilization of the Chinese nation for more than 5,000 years records the hard work of the Chinese ancestors in the land of Lingnan. The modern history of China after the Opium War records the history of Hong Kong. The humiliation of forced cession also records the struggle of the Chinese people to save their country and survive. The magnificent century-old struggle of the Chinese Communist Party united and led the people records the unique and important contributions made by the Hong Kong compatriots.”
Recalling the present and chasing the past, condensed into a hundred years in an instant; the memories of the family and country, trickle-down into a giant wave.
180 years ago, a paper treaty was signed in the cabin of the "Congratulations".
Since then, the wanderer has drifted, floating and sinking.
25 years ago, the Britannia left Victoria Harbour.
The wandering child returned to his mother's arms, and the Chinese nation washed away its century of shame.
From 1997 to 2022, history has moved forward another quarter century.
Time has passed: Hong Kong's economy continues to flourish, its status as an international financial, shipping and trade center continues to be consolidated, Hong Kong residents enjoy unprecedented democratic rights and freedoms, and various livelihood undertakings have been greatly improved...
At the celebration meeting, he recalled the extraordinary history of Hong Kong's return to the motherland 25 years ago, and was full of pride - "After returning to the motherland, Hong Kong has overcome all kinds of wind and rain challenges and moved forward steadily."
Looking forward to the bright future of Hong Kong's development, we have firm confidence - "The Central Committee believes that in the historical process of building a modern socialist country in an all-round way and realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, Hong Kong will definitely make a significant contribution."
Today, Hong Kong is once again standing on a new starting point.
Backed by the motherland and facing the world, Hong Kong will surely achieve better development.
Adhere to the original intention and move steadily
"Such a good system, there is no reason to change it, it must be adhered to for a long time"
"The river bends to the south and flows to the Xiangjiang to have a look, the Pearl of the Orient, my love, whether your demeanor is still romantic."
Unconsciously, this "Pearl of the Orient" has been sung for more than 30 years.
At about 15:10 on June 30, the "Fuxing" high-speed rail train that President Xi Jinping was riding slowly entered West Kowloon Station.
In the hall, the red banner "The 'Pearl of the Orient' is still romantic, the city of vitality is better than the past" attracted attention.
The Pearl of the Orient is dazzling and dazzling, relying on the development under "one country, two systems".
President Xi has repeatedly pointed out that for Hong Kong, "development is the eternal theme" and "the country's reform and opening up is the biggest stage".
"Over the past 25 years, with the full support of the motherland and the joint efforts of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government and all sectors of society, the practice of 'one country, two systems' has achieved universally recognized success in Hong Kong."
The results are obvious to all-
With the support of the central government, Hong Kong has resisted the impact of the Asian financial crisis, the SARS epidemic, the international financial crisis and the new crown pneumonia epidemic; under the "one country, two systems" principle, Hong Kong has free flow of capital, abundant human resources, and a sound legal environment. Relying on the motherland, facing the world, and connecting with China The unique position of the mainland and the world has become more prominent.
It is the world's largest offshore RMB business center, ranks first in global business environment, and ranks first in Asia in terms of talent competitiveness.
The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has been transformed from a blueprint into a reality, the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge has been successfully opened, the Hong Kong section of the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link has been opened, and financial market interconnection mechanisms such as Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect, Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect, and Bond Connect have been established and continuously improved...
Each gratifying achievement reflects the gold content of the words "Hong Kong, China" and highlights the strong vitality of "One Country, Two Systems".
Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, President Xi Jinping has seen Hong Kong's yesterday, today and tomorrow from a profound and broad perspective. He has made many important expositions on the practice of "one country, two systems" and the work of Hong Kong, and further deepened his understanding of the regularity of the practice of "one country, two systems". Consolidate the new foundation for Hong Kong's development, lead the new practice of "One Country, Two Systems", and push the cause of "One Country, Two Systems" to a new level.
"Today, I would like to stress again that 'one country, two systems' has been repeatedly tested in practice and is in line with the fundamental interests of the country and the nation, as well as the fundamental interests of Hong Kong and Macau. It has also been generally approved by the international community." President Xi Jinping pointed out clearly at the celebration meeting.
"Such a good system, there is no reason to change it, it must be persisted for a long time!"
Believe in yourself, believe in Hong Kong, believe in the country
"Hong Kong will definitely be able to create greater brilliance and share the glory of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation with the people of the motherland."
The love for the people is condensed into high hopes for the government and all sectors of society.
During this inspection, President Xi Jinping put forward expectations and trusts for the new government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and all sectors of society - "focusing on improving governance level", "continuously enhancing development momentum", "effectively resolving people's livelihood worries", and "jointly maintaining harmony and stability" .
"Currently, the biggest public sentiment in Hong Kong is to hope for a better life, to live in a more spacious house, to have more opportunities to start a business, to have better education for children, and to be better cared for when they are older."
From the clear and definite direction to the nuanced concerns, what remains unchanged is the affection for the Hong Kong compatriots.
It is worth mentioning that during his busy schedule, President Xi Jinping made a special trip to the Hong Kong Science Park.
"International competition is based on science and technology, and the country's prosperity also depends on technology." President Xi Jinping pointed out the importance of innovation and technology in Hong Kong, and put forward a request, "In addition to the traditional international financial, shipping, and trade centers, Hong Kong's construction An international innovation and technology center has both foundation and potential, and only in this way can Hong Kong's development be stronger, higher and more meaningful."
"Congratulations on what you have achieved and great expectations for your future."
If Hong Kong is good, the country is good; if the country is good, Hong Kong is better.
"My country and I cannot be separated for a moment. Wherever I go, there is a hymn..."
On July 1, in the West Kowloon Station, the singing of "My Motherland and Me" reverberated.
People from all walks of life in Hong Kong who came to bid farewell to President Xi expressed their love and good wishes: "Our hearts are also with President Xi's heart and the heart of the motherland."
Joy and sadness rush in people's hearts.
Bless the motherland and bless Hong Kong!
Coordinator: Wang Fangjie
Written by: Li Xiang
Curated by: Du Shanze
Editor: Ann Bowen
Image source: Xinhua News Agency (Photos: Yao Dawei, Xie Huanchi, Liu Bin, Visual: Lai Xiangdong, Bi Xiaoyang)