Editorial | Stronger together is the key takeaway from National Day
- President Xi Jinping and Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee both highlighted that there were many challenges ahead, but also emphasised that adherence to the ‘one country, two systems’ principle would benefit both the nation and the city
National Day offers an opportunity for celebration and reflection, particularly at a time when optimism and anxiety are both prevalent in the minds of many.
The country has fully emerged from the Covid-19 pandemic, forging ahead with economic and social development again with hope and confidence.
The steady growth is also benefiting Hong Kong’s recovery, although the pace is still short of expectations. The local government must better address the immediate and long-term problems facing the city, while tapping the opportunities from the country’s advance and continuing to contribute to national development.
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu has acknowledged the need to work harder.
In his speech marking the 74th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China on Sunday, the Hong Kong leader sought to play up the post-Covid recovery.
Citing a wealth of glowing figures in consumption, tourism and exports of services during the year, he assured the community that the economy was gradually improving.