HONG KONG, June 19 (Xinhua) -- Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Carrie Lam on Sunday extended congratulations to the principal officials of the sixth-term government of the HKSAR, who were newly appointed by the central government. Lam said in a statement that she believes that under the leadership of the incoming chief executive, the officials will steadfastly implement the "one country, two systems" principle, focus on development as the top priority, and strive to resolve those economic and livelihood issues of common concern with perseverance and dedication.
HONG KONG, June 19 (Xinhua) -- Incoming Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) John Lee and the newly-appointed principal officials expressed their gratitude for the central government's appointment during a press conference held on Sunday. Lee and the governing team of the HKSAR's sixth-term government said that they will lead Hong Kong in ushering in a new chapter from stability to prosperity.
Aerial photo taken on July 1, 2021 shows boats cruising at the Victoria Bay in Hong Kong, south China. (Xinhua/Li Gang) Hong Kong secured a third place in the latest Global Financial Centers Index, remaining among the top in areas including business environment, human capital, infrastructure and general reputation.
Chief Executive-designate of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region John Lee Ka-chiu (fourth from left, front) and principal officials of his governing team meet the media in Hong Kong after the State Council approved the nominations of the officials on Sunday. [CALVIN NG/CHINA DAILY] Incoming Hong Kong leader John Lee Ka-chiu pledged on Sunday that the city's newly appointed governance team will sincerely listen to and communicate with the public, bear in mind their interests, and address the people's concerns.