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Xi inspects PLA garrison in Hong Kong
Xi administers oath of office to HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee
Xi administers oath of office to principal officials of sixth-term HKSAR gov't
President Xi hails Hong Kong's innovation, technology development
Celebratory atmosphere ahead of 25th anniv. of Hong Kong's return to motherland
  • Xi stresses full, faithful implementation of "one country, two systems" President Xi Jinping on Friday stressed the need to fully and faithfully implement the "one country, two systems" policy.
  • President Xi meets HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee President Xi Jinping met with newly inaugurated Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) John Lee here on Friday morning, expressing full support for the chief executive and confidence in Hong Kong's future.
  • Xi administers oath of office to HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee Xi Jinping on Friday morning administered oath of office to the sixth-term Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) John Lee.

Twenty-five Years on: We Are Here for Hong Kong
Commitment key to HK garrison's success
PLA Hong Kong Garrison conducts maritime training exercise
PLA garrison in Hong Kong inaugurates exhibition center

Malicious intention to create trouble for HK

Success of 'one country, two systems' lies in responsible attitude of central govt: senior political advisor

Time for Hong Kong to look forward to a Chinese future

Democracy in SAR a work in progress

Historic moments of PLA’s entry into HK
Take a tour of HK in this short video
Connectivity in Greater Bay Area improved with infrastructure construction
Foreign officials, experts hail CPC's people-centered philosophy
Booming Chinese economy contributes to Hong Kong's development: Australian professor
Business magnate voices optimism about Hong Kong's prospects

Historic moments of PLA’s entry into HK
Take a tour of HK in this short video
Connectivity in Greater Bay Area improved with infrastructure construction
Foreign officials, experts hail CPC's people-centered philosophy
Booming Chinese economy contributes to Hong Kong's development: Australian professor

Performing PLA-style foot drills underscores HKPF's spirit in new era

  • Twenty-five years on, PLA Hong Kong Garrison remains guardian of Hong KongThe year 2022 marks the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China. At 0:00 on July 1, 1997, the troops of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Hong Kong Garrison entered Hong Kong and took over the defense duty of Hong Kong from the British Forces Overseas Hong Kong.
  • Feature: "In this vibrant city, I feel energy, freedom and efficiency" -- Hong Kong in eyes of foreign residentsThere is a group of foreigners in Hong Kong who first came here for work, business, or pursuing dreams. While living in the city, the beautiful "Pearl of the Orient" has become their second hometown.
  • Retired HK police officer: "I really want to raise flag in Chinese-style foot drill"At the sovereignty transfer ceremony of Hong Kong on July 1, 1997, the PLA Guard of Honors raised the Chinese national flag and the Hong Kong police raised the flag of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). Chai Ka-Fai, who is retired now, was selected as the flag raiser of Hong Kong police on the very day.

In 1842, as required by the Treaty of Nanjing, the Qing government formally ceded China's Hong Kong Island to the UK.

In 1860, also under the reign of Qing government, the Beijing Treaty was signed and part of Kowloon Peninsula was ceded to the UK.

On July 1st, 1997, the People's Republic of China recovered the sovereignty over Hong Kong and applied the "One Country, Two Systems" principle. The Hong Kong Special Administration Region (HKSAR) was established, and the PLA Hong Kong Garrison took over the defense duties of HKSAR.

On July 1st, 2022, HKSAR embraces its sixth chief executive John Lee (Lee Ka-chiu), and celebrates its 25th anniversary of return to the motherland.

With the solid support of the motherland, Hong Kong has defused risks, weathered challenges and maintained prosperity and stability over the past 25 years, demonstrating that the "one country, two systems" principle has stood the test of practice and time. And the PLA Hong Kong Garrison will never forget the mission entrusted by the country and the people, that is, to be the guardian of Hong Kong.

 

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