With the Legislative Council election underway, plenty of government officials, business leaders and celebrities have cast their votes and are encouraging the public to fulfill their civic responsibility in electing new lawmakers.
At the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre polling station, Chairman of Sing Tao News Corporation Karson Choi Ka-tsan urged voters to cherish their valuable votes to select capable representatives.
He hoped the lawmakers could push for the advancement of Hong Kong’s economy and livelihoods, while also accelerating support for Tai Po fire victims and reconstruction efforts.
Martial arts superstar Donnie Yen Chi-tan hoped for more resources and funding to promote the film industry’s development. He emphasized the need for detailed staffing and planning to better preserve the unique characteristics of Hong Kong films.
He expressed deep condolences to the victims of the deadly Wang Fuk Court fire and called for unity to assist the victims as well as the affected families.
Raymond Kwok Ping-luen, chairman and managing director of Sun Hung Kai Properties, said SHKP has rolled out various measures to encourage employees and the public to fulfil their civic responsibility by participating in the election.
SHKP executive director Adam Kwok Kai-fai praised the voting process for “running very smoothly.” He said Hong Kong needs “responsible and capable representatives” who are willing to review systems and listen to public opinions more than ever.
Sino Group chairman Daryl Ng Win-kong called on registered voters to cast the important ballot for Hong Kong’s future, noting that LegCo plays a vital role in promoting the city’s development and potential. He expressed hope for selecting candidates who are socially conscious, sustainable and internationally minded to strengthen Hong Kong’s global partnerships.
Joseph Lau Luen-hung and his wife Kimbee Chan Hoi-wan voted at a polling station on Tai Hang Drive. Chan shared her heavy-hearted feeling while emphasizing the importance of exercising their civic responsibilities. She hoped voters would take the time to choose their ideal candidates.
Henry Tang Ying-yen, Standing Committee Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, voted at HKCEC and urged citizens to exercise their civic rights and participate in today’s election.
He said Hong Kong has entered a new phase in the practice of “one country, two systems” and that the election marks an important milestone for this new stage and is crucial for the long-term stability of the principle.
Tang further noted that LegCo is an essential part of the governance structure of the SAR, playing a vital role in achieving good governance, implementing the “patriots administering Hong Kong” principle, as well as safeguarding public welfare, maintaining security and promoting quality development.
Vice-chairman of Tung Wah Group of Hospitals and Member of Sichuan Provincial Committee of the CPPCC Crystal Choi Ka-yee also urged voters to cast their ballots in the election.
Martin Lee Ka-shing, chairperson and managing director of Henderson Land Development, encourages citizens to vote and fulfill their civic responsibility. He praised the positive election atmosphere, noting a nearly 90 percent voter turnout in the Election Committee constituency, and urged those not yet to vote to do so soon.
Victor Li Tzar-kuoi, chairman of CK Asset Holdings also cast his ballot at HKCEC.
