BEIJING, July 29 -- A spokesperson on Monday urged Hong Kong society to walk clear from the political tangle as early as possible and focus on developing the economy and improving people's livelihoods.

Yang Guang, spokesperson for the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, made the remarks on the recent protests and violent incidents in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) at a press conference in Beijing.

Noting that development is the right path for solving problems in Hong Kong, the spokesperson stressed that if the disorder persists, the entire society of Hong Kong will have to "cover the cost."

Yang said the HKSAR government and the whole society should take more effective measures in promoting economic development and improving people's livelihoods, especially in helping young people tackle difficulties in housing, education, employment and starting businesses.

The central government is willing to make joint efforts with the HKSAR government and society in creating a sound environment for the development of the young people, the spokesperson said.