The report delivered by General Secretary Xi Jinping at the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) emphasises that the “one country, two systems” principle is the best institutional arrangement for ensuring sustained prosperity and stability in Hong Kong after its return to the motherland, and must be adhered to over the long term. The report also supports Hong Kong to play a greater role in realising the national rejuvenation by developing its economy, improving livelihoods and better integrating into the nation’s overall development. The discussion on the “one country, two systems” principle in the report is a key action guide for Hong Kong to promote the transition from chaos to order and to advance from stability to prosperity. An accurate understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC is conducive to ensuring the robustness of the “one country, two systems” principle and enabling Hong Kong to better integrate into the nation’s overall development. The Kwun Tong District Office (KTDO), the Islands District Office (IsDO), the Sai Kung District Office (SKDO) and the Yau Tsim Mong District Office (YTMDO) each held sessions in recent days with the aim of enabling Hong Kong youths and district figures to concisely grasp the essentials and connotations from the report and implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC. Since late October, over 50 sessions have been held by the 18 District Offices. A number of speakers were invited to address the sessions so as to enable more key district figures to obtain a deeper understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC. A total of over 10 000 participants attended the sessions.

     Following the three sessions held on October 26, November 3 and November 4, the KTDO, together with the Kowloon Federation of Associations Kwun Tong District Committee (KFAKTDC), held a session on “Learning, Promoting and Implementing the Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Kai Yip Community Hall today (December 13). Instructor of Bauhinia Academy of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government (LOCPG) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Mr Wang Hongde was invited as keynote speaker. He introduced the country’s achievements in several aspects at the time of the 20th National Congress of the CPC, and pointed out the Chinese society has undergone historic transformations in different perspectives, including the rule of law and environmental management. The country has also been participating in global governance, and its achievements in international co-operation are obvious to all, demonstrating its good will to build a community with a shared future for mankind. He hoped that attendees at the session would understand the core themes of the 20th National Congress of the CPC, and promote them in their own community networks. The District Officer (Kwun Tong), Mr Andy Lam, also delivered a speech at the session. About 200 participants attended the session, including the Director of the KFAKTDC, Mr Wong Chun-ping; volunteers of the KFAKTDC and district figures of Kwun Tong. In addition, the KTDO, together with the KFAKTDC, the Kwun Tong District School Development Section of the Education Bureau and the Kwun Tong Schools Liaison Committee, held a session on “Learning the Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC by the Education Sector of Kwun Tong District” at Kai Yip Community Hall on December 7. Researcher at the Guangdong Academy of Social Sciences Mr Chen Fu was invited as keynote speaker. He expressed that this year was an important juncture in China’s social development in that the country has basically completed building a moderately prosperous society in all respects. The next 10 years would be a critical period for the comprehensive construction of a socialist modern country, and it would also be an important period for Hong Kong to seek development and integrate into the bigger picture of the country. Hong Kong should seize the opportunities provided by the motherland, fully capitalise on its own advantages, and contribute to the modernisation in different areas for the country. Mr Lam also delivered a speech at the session. About 170 participants attended the session, including principals and teachers of Kwun Tong District; workers on youth development; Mr Wong Chun-ping; the Chairman of the Kwun Tong District Council (KTDC), Mr Wilson Or; the Vice Chairman of the KTDC, Mr Lui Tung-hai; district figures and students.

     The IsDO, together with the New Territories Association of Societies (NTAS) Islands District Committee, today held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Tung Chung Community Hall. Member of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress Mr Tam Yiu-chung was invited as the keynote speaker. He indicated that all sectors of the community must stand united and work for a new chapter under the guidance of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC, while striving to safeguard the robustness of the “one country, two systems” principle. The Deputy Director General of the New Territories Sub-office of the LOCPG in the HKSAR, Mr Li Gongxun, and the District Officer (Islands), Miss Amy Yeung, spoke at the session. About 200 participants attended the session, including members of the Islands District Council, the Islands District Fight Crime Committee, the Islands District Fire Safety Committee, relevant Islands Area Committee, the Islands District Youth Programme Committee; representatives of relevant rural committees and local organisations; and staff members of IsDO. 

     The SKDO, together with the NTAS Sai Kung District Committee and the Sai Kung Federation of Associations, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Sheung Tak Community Hall yesterday (December 12). The Deputy Director General of the New Territories Sub-office of the LOCPG in the HKSAR, Ms Zhu Yihua, and Mr Tam were invited as keynote speakers. They pointed out that the 20th National Congress has conducted a thorough review of the country’s major achievements and invaluable experience in the new era, providing in-depth analysis on the international and domestic development, and formulating an action plan for the next five years’ development. About 200 participants attended the session, including members of the Sai Kung Area Committee, the Tseung Kwan O (South) Area Committee, the Tseung Kwan O (North) Area Committee, the Sai Kung District Fight Crime Committee, the Sai Kung District Fire Safety Committee, the Sai Kung District Youth Programme Committee, the Sai Kung District Civic Education Promotion Committee and the Sai Kung District Building Management Promotion Committee.
 
     Following the three sessions held on October 16, November 3 and November 19, the YTMDO co-organised a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” with Kowloon Federation of Associations Yau Tsim Mong District Committee and Yau Tsim Mong Federation of Association at Mong Kok Community Hall on December 7. The Deputy Director of the Bauhinia Academy of the LOCPG in the HKSAR, Dr Chen Suting, was the keynote speaker. She pointed out that the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC is of great significance to the future development of the country and Hong Kong. The rapid economic and social development of the country will bring Hong Kong even more opportunities. Hong Kong youths are encouraged to deepen their understanding of the ethos underpinning the 20th National Congress of the CPC and the future development of the country, so as to seize opportunities. About 150 participants attended the session, including the District Officer (Yau Tsim Mong), Mr Edward Yu, members of various committees of Yau Tsim Mong District, teenagers and district figures. In addition, the YTMDO held a session on “‘My Country and Me’ – Seminar for Youths on Constitution Day and Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Mong Kok Community Hall on December 3. Member of the Legislative Council Dr Simon Lee was the keynote speaker. He pointed out that the spirt of the 20th National Congress of the CPC and the Constitution are inextricably linked. He explained to teenagers on the basis of the Constitution that Hong Kong should better integrate into the nation’s overall development and enhance its connection with the rest of the world. About 120 participants attended the session. The Deputy Director-General of the Kowloon Sub-office of the LOCPG in the HKSAR, Mr Guo Changyong, and Mr Yu also spoke at the session. Furthermore, a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” for family was held at Henry G. Leong Yaumatei Community Centre on December 11. Mr Yu attended the session.

     The report delivered by General Secretary Xi Jinping at the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) emphasises that the “one country, two systems” principle is the best institutional arrangement for ensuring sustained prosperity and stability in Hong Kong after its return to the motherland, and must be adhered to over the long term. The report also supports Hong Kong to play a greater role in realising the national rejuvenation by developing its economy, improving livelihoods and better integrating into the nation’s overall development. The discussion on the “one country, two systems” principle in the report is a key action guide for Hong Kong to promote the transition from chaos to order and to advance from stability to prosperity. An accurate understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC is conducive to ensuring the robustness of the “one country, two systems” principle and enabling Hong Kong to better integrate into the nation’s overall development. The Kwai Tsing District Office (K&TDO), the Sha Tin District Office (STDO), the Southern District Office (SDO) and the Kowloon City District Office (KCDO) each held sessions in recent days and invited different keynote speakers with the aim of enabling Hong Kong youths and district figures to concisely grasp the essentials and connotations from the report and implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC.

         Following the two sessions held on October 28 and November 5, the K&TDO, together with the Federation of Industries and Commerce in Kwai Chung and Tsing Yi, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at 9/F, Life@KCC, 72-76 Kwai Cheong Road, Kwai Chung, today (November 30). The Deputy Director General of the New Territories Sub-office of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government (LOCPG) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Mr Li Gongxun; Hong Kong members of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, Dr Ko Pui-shuen and Mr Chau Hau-lap; Legislative Council (LegCo) Member Mr Chan Han-pan; the Chairman of the Kwai Tsing District Council (K&TDC), Miss Lo Yuen-ting; members of K&TDC, Ms Leung Kar-ming and Ms Kwok Fu-yung; the Chairman of Kwai Tsing District Fight Crime Committee, Mr Lau Hing-wah; the President of the Federation of Industries and Commerce in Kwai Chung and Tsing Yi (Federation), Mr Kevin Tsui; the Honorary President of the Federation, Ms Miranda Chan, and the Vice Chairman of the Federation, Mr Pang Cheung-hi, were invited as keynote speakers. The District Officer (Kwai Tsing), Mr Huggin Tang, also delivered a speech via video-conferencing at the session. The Chairman of the Federation, Mr Ma Ka-chun, serves as a host of this activity. They expressed that the report of the 20th National Congress of the CPC has an important meaning to our country and the world in the future. Also, it is hoped that Hong Kong teenagers can make reference to General Secretary Xi Jinping’s presentation spirits and key points, in order to understand them accurately, and even uphold the “one country, two systems” and continue to work hard for the future development of our country and Hong Kong. About 50 participants attended the session, including members from Kwai Tsing District and business community.

     Following the four sessions respectively held on October 28, November 9, 17 and 18, the STDO, together with Love in Society, today (November 30) held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC cum the Chief Executive’s 2022 Policy Address” at Heng On Estate Community Centre. The District Officer (Sha Tin), Miss Carol Or, and Hong Kong member of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, Mr Leung Che-cheung, were invited as the keynote speakers. They encouraged the participating students to better understand the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC and to equip themselves proactively, so as to seize future strategic opportunities. About 50 students of Sha Tin District attended the session. Besides, the STDO, together with the Hong Kong Guangxi Fangchenggang City Friendship Association, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Kwong Yuen Community Hall on November 22. Hong Kong member of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference Mr Tu Hai-ming was invited as the keynote speaker. He expressed that “one country, two systems” is the best institutional system for ensuring sustained prosperity and stability in Hong Kong. He encouraged all members of society to study the ethos underpinning the 20th National Congress of the CPC thoroughly so as to contribute to the development of the country and Hong Kong. About 150 participants attended the session, including Acting Assistant District Officer (Sha Tin) Mr David Ho, members of the organisers and residents in Sha Tin District.

         Following the seventh session held on November 21, the SDO, together with the Hong Kong Southern District Community Association, the Southern District Constructive Power, the Stanley Kai-fong Welfare Association, the Aberdeen Tin Wan Estate (Wah Kwai Estate) Kaifong Welfare Association, the Aberdeen Kai-fong Welfare Association, the Chung Hom Kok Ma Hang Kai-fong Welfare Association, the Aplichau Kaifong Welfare Association and the Pokfulam Village Kai-fong Welfare Association, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at the hall of the Aberdeen Kai-fong Welfare Association yesterday (November 29). Members of the LegCo Ms Judy Chan, Mr Benson Luk and Mr Lee Chun-keung were invited as keynote speakers. They pointed out that the 20th National Congress signified the embarkation on a new journey for the country. With the country’s staunch support, Hong Kong would have more opportunities, and people from all walks of life should be more united and strive to build a better Hong Kong. The Deputy Division Chief of the Publicity and Education Division of the Hong Kong Island Sub-office of the LOCPG in the HKSAR, Mr Huang Pengju, and the District Officer (Southern), Mr Francis Cheng, also spoke at the session. About 80 participants attended the session, including members of the organisers.

     In addition, the KCDO, together with the Kowloon City District Resident Association, the Community Care, the Wuyi Association of Hong Kong, the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce, the Hong Kong Eng Clansman Association, the Society of Natives of Chaolian in Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Residents of To Yuen Village Association, the Hong Kong Tong Ha Clansman Association, the Ho Tong Residents Association of Hong Kong and the Guangdong Satellite Rotary Club  held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Po Leung Kuk Lam Man Chan English Primary School on November 27. The former President of the LegCo, Mr Jasper Tsang, was present as keynote speaker. About 100 participants attended the session, including the Acting District Officer (Kowloon City), Mr Arthur Chan, members of the LegCo Mr Yang Wing-kit and Mr Lee Chun-keung, community leaders and representatives from community organisations.

     Other District Offices will be rolling out sessions, so as to enable more district figures to obtain a deeper understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC.

     ​The report delivered by General Secretary Xi Jinping at the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) emphasises that the “one country, two systems” principle is the best institutional arrangement for ensuring sustained prosperity and stability in Hong Kong after its return to the motherland, and must be adhered to over the long term. The report also supports Hong Kong to play a greater role in realising the national rejuvenation by developing its economy, improving livelihoods and better integrating into the nation’s overall development. The discussion on the “one country, two systems” principle in the report is a key action guide for Hong Kong to promote the transition from chaos to order and to advance from stability to prosperity. An accurate understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC is conducive to ensuring the robustness of the “one country, two systems” principle and enabling Hong Kong to better integrate into the nation’s overall development. The Southern District Office (SDO), the Sham Shui Po District Office (SSPDO), the Tuen Mun District Office (TMDO), the Yau Tsim Mong District Office (YTMDO), the Sha Tin District Office (STDO) and the Wan Chai District Office (WCDO) each held sessions in recent days and invited different keynote speakers with the aim of enabling Hong Kong youths and district figures to concisely grasp the essentials and connotations of the report and implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC.

     Following the fifth session held on November 17, the SDO held two sessions on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” today (November 21) and yesterday (November 20). The session today, titled “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China and Policy Address 2022”, was jointly held by the SDO, the Hong Kong Southern District Community Association, the Southern District Constructive Power, the Hong Kong Island Federation, the Southern District Joint Schools Conference and the Federation of Parent-Teacher Associations, Southern District, Hong Kong, at the Aberdeen Technical School. The Under Secretary for Education, Mr Sze Chun-fai, Members of the Legislative Council (LegCo), Mr Chan Hok-fung, Mr Peter Douglas Koon and Mr So Cheung-wing, and the Deputy Division Chief of the Publicity and Education Division of the Hong Kong Island Sub-office of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government (LOCPG) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Mr Huang Pengju, were invited as keynote speakers. The District Officer (Southern), Mr Francis Cheng also spoke at the session. The speakers pointed out that “one country, two systems” is the best institutional system for ensuring sustained prosperity and stability in Hong Kong, and must be adhered to over the long term. They also encouraged young people to proactively equip themselves to contribute more to the country and Hong Kong. About 150 participants attended the session, including school principals, teachers, parents and students from the Southern District. The session yesterday, titled “To Learn about, Promote and Implement Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC”, was jointly held by the SDO, the Hong Kong Southern District Community Women Association Activities Committee, the Hong Kong Southern District Community Association, the Southern District Constructive Power and the Hong Kong Island Federation Southern District Committee at the South Horizons Neighbourhood Community Centre. The Convenor of the Non-official Members of the Executive Council and Member of the LegCo Mrs Regina Ip, and Members of the LegCo Mr Chan Hok-fung and Ms Judy Chan, were invited as the keynote speakers. They said that all members of society should study the ethos underpinning the 20th National Congress of the CPC thoroughly and seize the opportunities provided by national development so as to contribute to the development of the country and Hong Kong. The Deputy Division Chief of the Publicity and Education Division of the Hong Kong Island Sub-office of the LOCPG in the HKSAR, Mr Huang Pengju, and the Assistant District Officer (Southern), Miss Abby Ma, also spoke at the session. About 100 participants attended the session, including the members of women’s groups from the Southern District.

     Following the two sessions held on October 30 and November 10, the SSPDO, together with the Sham Shui Po Branch of the Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Shek Kip Mei Community Hall yesterday. Member of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) Mr Tam Yiu-chung was present as keynote speaker. He summarised the key points concerning the Chinese path to modernisation and the second centenary goal. He also stressed that the Chinese nation has adhered to the principle of “one country, two systems” over the long term. Hong Kong should better integrate into national development and to accelerate the creation of a new development pattern. The District Officer (Sham Shui Po), Mr Paul Wong, also spoke at the session. About 200 participants attended the session, including leaders of district bodies as well as local residents of Sham Shui Po.

     The TMDO, together with the New Territories Association of Societies Tuen Mun District Committee (NTASTMDC), held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at the hall of the Ching Chung Taoist Association Building on November 19. Member of the Standing Committee of the NPC Mr Tam Yiu-chung was invited as keynote speaker. He reviewed the accomplishment of the country since the 18th National Congress of the CPC, stressing the victory over poverty alleviation. He also said that the report of the 20th National Congress of the CPC illustrated the Chinese characteristics and objectives of the Chinese path to modernisation and outlined a people-centered philosophy of development to push forward Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era. The District Officer (Tuen Mun), Ms Aubrey Fung, also delivered a speech and stressed the great importance the Central Government attaches to the “one country, two systems” arrangement and their full support of it. About 550 participants attended the session, including Members of the Legco Mr Chow Ho-ding and Mr Luk Chung-hung, the NTASTMDC Chairman, Mr Wan Tin-chong and representatives from local organisations and government departments.

     Following the two sessions held on October 16 and November 3, the YTMDO, together with the Hong Kong Academy of School Managers and the Tsim Sha Tsui District Kaifong Welfare Association, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at the Tsim Sha Tsui hall on November 19. Member of the Standing Committee of the NPC Mr Tam Yiu-chung was invited as keynote speaker. He pointed out that the Report of the 20th National Congress of the CPC is of great significance to the future development of the country. It fully demonstrates the courage of the CPC in taking up its responsibilities and its current all-out efforts to push through changes. He emphasised that the principle of “one country, two systems” is an important component of the modernisation of socialism and a great initiative of the country, and its implementation must be adhered to over the long term. About 500 participants attended the session, including the District Officer (Yau Tsim Mong), Mr Edward Yu, school managers, teachers, members of the Tsim Sha Tsui District Kaifong Welfare Association, and members of various committees of Yau Tsim Mong District.


     


     Following the two sessions held on October 28 and November 11, the STDO, together with the Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions (FTU) Shatin District Service Office and East Teenagers Go Association, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC and Hong Kong Youth Development Blueprint” at the Wu Kai Sha Youth Village on November 18. The District Officer (Sha Tin), Miss Carol Or, and Director of FTU Shatin District Service Office cum Advisor of East Teenagers GO Association Mr Au Chi-fai were invited as keynote speakers. They said that the report of the 20th National Congress of the CPC elaborated on the key points and meaning of the Chinese path to modernisation which enabled China to develop into the world’s second largest economy within several decades. They also encouraged Hong Kong youths to study the history of modern China and deepen their understanding on the development of the country, so as to seize future strategic opportunities. About 30 youths in Sha Tin District attended the session.

     In addition, the WCDO, together with the Hong Kong Wan Chai District Association, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Moreton Terrace Activities Centre on November 18. The Deputy Director General of the Hong Kong Island Sub-office of the LOCPG in the HKSAR, Mr Wang Hui; the Acting District Officer (Wan Chai), Ms Winnie Tong; the Chairman of the Hong Kong Wan Chai District Association, Dr Baldwin Cheng, and the President of the Hong Kong Wan Chai District Association, Mr Chong Chong-yip, were invited as sharing speakers. They said that the report of the 20th National Congress thoroughly summarised the achievements of the implementation of “one country, two systems”. It fully demonstrates that “one country, two systems” is an ideal policy which maintains the long-term prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and serves the fundamental interests of the residents of Hong Kong. The WCDO will also work in line with the spirit of General Secretary Xi to strengthen its jobs and to be responsive to the people’s needs. About 200 participants attended the session, including district leaders, members of Area Committees, District Fight Crime Committees and District Fire Safety Committees.


 


     Other District Offices will be rolling out sessions to enable more district figures to obtain a deeper understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC.

     The report delivered by General Secretary Xi Jinping at the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) emphasises that the “one country, two systems” principle is the best institutional arrangement for ensuring sustained prosperity and stability in Hong Kong after its return to the motherland, and must be adhered to over the long term. The report also supports Hong Kong to play a greater role in realising the national rejuvenation by developing its economy, improving livelihoods and better integrating into the nation’s overall development. The discussion on the “one country, two systems” principle in the report is a key action guide for Hong Kong to promote the transition from chaos to order and to advance from stability to prosperity. An accurate understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC is conducive to ensuring the robustness of the “one country, two systems” principle and enabling Hong Kong to better integrate into the nation’s overall development. The Eastern District Office (EDO), the Southern District Office (SDO), the Sha Tin District Office (STDO), the Kowloon City District Office (KCDO), the Wong Tai Sin District Office (WTSDO) and the Tsuen Wan District Office (TWDO) each held sessions in recent days and invited different keynote speakers with the aim of enabling Hong Kong youths and district figures to concisely grasp the essentials and connotations from the report and implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC.


 


      The EDO, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Eastern District Community Association, the Eastern Area Committees, the Eastern District Fight Crime Committee and the Eastern District Fire Safety Committee today (November 17) held a session on “The Eastern District Community to Learn about, Promote and Implement Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Causeway Bay Community Centre. The Deputy Director General of the Hong Kong Island Sub-office of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government (LOCGG) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Mr You Bin; Hong Kong Deputies to the National People’s Congress (NPC) Mr Ng Chau-pei and Mr Wong Kwan-yu; Hong Kong Member of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) Mr So Cheung-wing; Legislative Council (LegCo) Members Mr Kwok Wai-keung and Mr Leung Hei; the District Officer (Eastern), Mr Simon Chan; and the Executive Vice-president of the Hong Kong Eastern District Community Association, Mr Wong Kin-pan, served as keynote speakers to express their views and share how to spearhead the spirit at the district level. Over 350 participants attended the session, including community leaders in the Eastern District, representatives of local organisations, representatives of clansman associations and residents. 


 


      The SDO, together with the Southern District Constructive Power, the Hong Kong Southern District Community Association and the Hong Kong Island Federation Southern District Committee, today held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Wah Kwai Community Centre. The Deputy Secretary for Justice, Mr Cheung Kwok-kwan; Hong Kong Deputy to the NPC Mr Nicholas Chan; and Hong Kong Member of the CPPCC, Mr Chau Hau Lap, were invited as the keynote speakers. They highlighted the importance of the report of the 20th National Congress of the CPC to the future developments of the nation and the globe. They stressed that people must stay true to the letter and spirit of “one country, two systems” and should contribute to the overall development of the nation and Hong Kong. The Deputy Director General of the Hong Kong Island Sub-office of the LOCPG in the HKSAR, Mr Wang Hui; LegCo Member Mr Chan Hok-fung; and the District Officer (Southern), Mr Francis Cheng, also spoke at the session. About 250 participants attended the session, including LegCo Member Ms Judy Chan and leaders of district bodies.


 


      Following the two sessions respectively held on October 28 and November 9, the Sha Tin District Office (STDO), together with the Sha Tin Alliance of Societies, today held a live broadcast sharing session in Sha Tin of the sharing session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” hosted by the Director of the LOCPG in the HKSAR, Mr Luo Huining. The District Officer (Sha Tin), Miss Carol Or; the Chairman of Sha Tin Alliance of Societies, Mr Deng Kairong; the Chairman of Sha Tin Rural Committee, Mr Mok Kam-kwai; the staff of the STDO and over 150 district leaders and residents in Sha Tin District also participated in the live broadcast of the sharing session to gain a deeper understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress.


 


      Following the session held on October 23, the KCDO, together with the Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions (FTU) Kowloon West Office, the office of LegCo Member Mr Wong Kwok, FTU Kowloon City, Sham Shui Po and Yau Tsim Mong District Service Offices and the Ambitious and Energetic Youths Club held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at the FTU To Kwa Wan Workers’ Club on November 15. LegCo Member and the Chairman of the FTU Mr Wong Kwok was invited as the keynote speaker. He succinctly indicated the key points of General Secretary’s report delivered at the opening session of 20th National Congress of the CPC. He also emphasised that the report delivered at the 20th National Congress of the CPC and President Xi Jinping’s important speech presented at the meeting celebrating the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland and the inaugural ceremony of the sixth-term Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region echo with “The Chief Executive’s 2022 Policy Address”, providing crucial guidance on good governance and development of Hong Kong in the coming years. The District Officer (Kowloon City), Miss Alice Choi, and the Deputy Secretary of the FTU, Mr Fung Yuk-fung, also shared their thoughts at the session. Over 150 participants attended the session, including the secretaries and officers from the FTU’s District Service Offices and associations.

     Following the seven sessions respectively held on October 23, 25, 26, 27, 29 and November 3 and 7, the WTSDO, together with the office of LegCo Member Ms Starry Lee, the Wong Tai Sin Branch of the Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong (DAB), the Wong Tai Sin District School Liaison Committee and the Federation of Parent-Teacher Associations Wongtaisin District, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Wong Tai Sin Community Centre on November 15. The Under Secretary for Education, Mr Sze Chun-fai, and LegCo Member Ms Starry Lee were invited as the keynote speakers. They pointed out that the report delivered at the 20th National Congress of the CPC is closely connected to Hong Kong. Students should obtain a deeper understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC and contribute to building China into a modern socialist country in all respects. The District Officer (Wong Tai Sin), Mr Steve Wong, also spoke at the session. About 80 participants attended the session, including Advisor and founding member of the DAB Mr Kan Chi-ho; the Chairman of the Wong Tai Sin District School Liaison Committee, Mr Kwok Man-kwan; the Chairlady of Wong Tai Sin District Primary School Heads Association, Ms Cheung Chok-fong; and the Chairman of the Federation of Parent-Teacher Associations Wongtaisin District, Mr Wong Miu-sung, principals, vice-principals and staff members of primary and secondary schools in Wong Tai Sin District and members of the Federation of Parent-Teacher Associations Wongtaisin District.

     In addition, following the session co-organised with the Kwai Tsing District Office on November 5 and the two sessions held on November 9 and 11, the TWDO, together with the New Territories Association of Societies Tsuen Wan District Committee, the Tsuen Wan East Residents’ Association, the Luk Yeung and Fairview Club, the Hong Kong Tsuen Wan People’s Association and the Tsuen Wan Kwai Tsing Residents Association, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Shek Wai Kok Community Hall on November 13. LegCo Member Mr Chan Han-pan was invited as the keynote speaker. He shared how community workers can adhere to the spirit in community work. About 150 participants attended the session, including representatives from local organisations.


 


     Other District Offices will be rolling out sessions, so as to enable more district figures to obtain a deeper understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC.

     The report delivered by General Secretary Xi Jinping at the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) emphasises that the “one country, two systems” principle is the best institutional arrangement for ensuring sustained prosperity and stability in Hong Kong after its return to the motherland, and must be adhered to over the long term. The report also supports Hong Kong to play a greater role in realising the national rejuvenation by developing its economy, improving livelihoods and better integrating into the nation’s overall development. The discussion on the “one country, two systems” principle in the report is a key action guide for Hong Kong to promote the transition from chaos to order and to advance from stability to prosperity. An accurate understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC is conducive to ensuring the robustness of the “one country, two systems” principle and enabling Hong Kong to better integrate into the nation’s overall development. The Tsuen Wan District Office (TWDO), the Sham Shui Po District Office (SSPDO), the Wong Tai Sin District Office (WTSDO), the Yuen Long District Office (YLDO) and the Sha Tin District Office (STDO) each held sessions in recent days and invited different keynote speakers with the aim of enabling Hong Kong youths and district figures to concisely grasp the essentials and connotations from the report and implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC.


 


     The TWDO, together with the New Territories Association of Societies (NTAS) Tsuen Wan District Committee, the Tsuen Wan Kwai Ching District Women’s Association, the Lei Muk Shue Residents’ Association, the Federation of Public Housing Estates Tsuen Wan District Office, the Tsuen King Circuit Women’s Association, the New Territories South West Branch of the Federation of Hong Kong Guangxi Community Organisations and other organisations, today (November 11) held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Lei Muk Shue Community Hall. Member of the Legislative Council (LegCo) Mr Chan Han-pan was invited as keynote speaker to talk about the key points of the report delivered at the 20th National Congress of the CPC. About 220 participants attended the session, including leaders and members of local bodies. In addition, the TWDO, together with the Tsuen Wan Preparatory Committee of National Day Celebration, the four Area Committees of Tsuen Wan, the Tsuen Wan District Fight Crime Committee, the Tsuen Wan District Fire Safety Committee and more than a dozen other local institutions, organisations and committees, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” in Tsuen Wan on November 9. Member of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) Mr Tam Yiu-chung was invited as the keynote speaker. He emphasised the CPC’s persistence in realising the national rejuvenation. He also said that the 20th CPC National Congress charts the course and establishes a guide for the next five years and realising the second centenary goal. The Central Authorities will continue the full and faithful implementation of the policy of “one country, two systems” and support Hong Kong in contributing to the Chinese path to modernisation. The District Officer (Tsuen Wan), Mr Billy Au, also delivered a speech and encouraged participants to, by implementing the spirit of the report, serve the community according to the accurate route with solidarity, openness and tolerance. About 300 participants attended the session, including special guests such as the Deputy Director General of the New Territories Sub-office of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr Li Gongxun; Members of LegCo Mr Chan Han-pan and Ms Joephy Chan; and representatives from local bodies and government departments.


 


     Following the session held on October 30, the SSPDO, together with the Federation of Guangxi Community Organisations and the Hong Kong Guangxi Kowloon West Service Centre, yesterday (November 10) held a study session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Cheung Sha Wan Community Centre. Hong Kong Deputy to the NPC Mr Lee Kwan-ho was invited as the keynote speaker. He summarised the key points of the General Secretary’s report delivered at the opening session of the 20th National Congress of the CPC, and spelled out the essentials of achieving the second centenary goal, and the Central Authorities’ full support for Hong Kong in better integrating itself into the nation’s development. About 200 participants attended the session, including leaders of district bodies as well as local residents of Sham Shui Po.


 


     Following the six sessions held on October 23, 25, 26, 27, 29 and November 3, the WTSDO, together with the East Kowloon Youth Society (EKYS), held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at the centre of the EKYS yesterday. The Supervisor of the EKYS, Mr Leung Tang-fung, and the Chairman of the East Kowloon District Residents’ Committee, Mr Ho Hon-man, were invited as keynote speakers. They quoted General Secretary Xi’s words at the 20th National Congress of the CPC – “this country is its people; the people are the country” – and pointed out that both the Party and the country are people-oriented in striving to improve the people’s wellbeing. It is hoped that all young people will actively participate in district work and take the initiative to make suggestions for community development. The District Officer (Wong Tai Sin), Mr Steve Wong, also spoke at the session and exchanged views with youths on the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC and the Policy Address. About 35 participants attended the session, including the President of the EKYS, Mr Chan Wei-hung; the Director of the EKYS, Mr Fung Kam-ho; and executive committees and core members of the EKYS.


 


     Further to the session held on November 7, the YLDO, together with the Federation of Yuen Long Associations, the Yuen Long Branch of the Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong (DAB), the NTAS Yuen Long District Committee and the Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions Yuen Long District Service Office, held a session on “Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC” at Yuen Long District Community Services Building on November 9. Hong Kong member of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and Chairman of the NTAS Mr Leung Che-cheung; the District Officer (Yuen Long), Mr Gordon Wu; and member of the Youth Development Commission Mr Michael Yiu were invited as keynote speakers. They said that the discussion on the “one country, two systems” principle in the report of the 20th National Congress of the CPC is a key action guide for Hong Kong to advance from stability to prosperity, and that the convocation of the 20th National Congress of the CPC marked China’s new journey to advance toward the second centenary goal. About 260 participants attended the session, including representatives from over 100 local organisations and clansman associations.


 


      Following the session held on October 28, the STDO, together with the Sha Tin Branch of the DAB, held “Forging Ahead in the New Era – Sharing Session on the Spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC for Volunteers in Sha Tin” at Heng On Estate Community Centre on November 9. Mr Tam was invited as the keynote speaker. He indicated that all sectors of the community must stand united and work for a new chapter under the guidance of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC, while striving to safeguard the robustness of the “one country, two systems” principle. The District Officer (Sha Tin), Miss Carol Or, also spoke at the session. About 300 participants attended the session, including the Chairman of Sha Tin Alliance of Societies, Mr Deng Kairong; the Chairman of the Sha Tin Branch of the DAB, Mr Chuk Hing-toi; and leaders of volunteers in Sha Tin. 


 


     Other District Offices will be rolling out sessions, so as to enable more district figures to obtain a deeper understanding of the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the CPC.