China's development brings unlimited opportunities to Hong Kong, says John Lee

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said the development of China has brought unlimited opportunities to Hong Kong, and the government would spare no effort to spur economic growth and let citizens enjoy a better and happier life in the city.

Speaking at the National Day Reception on Sunday, Lee said the motherland remains steadfast in opening up to the world and pursuing high-quality development. 

He added that Hong Kong should continue to leverage - under the one country, two systems - its distinctive advantages of enjoying the mainland's strong support and actively integrating into the country's overall development. 

The city also has to dovetail with the 14th Five-Year Plan, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area development, the Belt and Road Initiative, and so on. 

"We should strive to enhance our international competitiveness, promote economic development and improve people's livelihood and well-being," the Hong Kong leader said. "We should treasure every opportunity to pursue economic development and enhance the city's competitiveness."

Lee stressed that Hong Kong has emerged from the pandemic and the economy is gradually improving over the past year.

"We are going all out to boost the economy, and we have launched the 'Night Vibes Hong Kong' campaign to vigorously promote the city's nighttime activities." 

He added that the return of the National Day Fireworks Display, along with a series of celebratory activities and special offers, would definitely share the joy of the National Day with the public.

"I believe that, as the old Chinese saying goes, 'great accomplishments require ambition and tireless effort,' Lee said. "Being resourceful and flexible, Hong Kong people have turned many crises into opportunities, and Hong Kong has always emerged even more successful and outstanding than before."