China appoints Mr. Li Jiachao as chief executive of Hong Kong

Mr. John Lee (right) and outgoing Chief Executive Carrie Lam of Hong Kong – Photo: REUTERS

On May 20, Xinhua News Agency reported that Chinese Premier Li Keqiang presided over the 7th Plenary Meeting of the State Council of China and signed a decree on the appointment of Li Jiachao as chief executive officer. Hong Kong. Mr. Ly Gia Sieu’s 5-year term starts from July 2022.

Mr. Ly Gia Sieu, 64 years old, was elected as the chief executive of Hong Kong in a vote on May 8 with 99.6% of the vote. He was the only candidate in the election.

At the meeting on May 20, the Chinese premier said that the central government will continue to comprehensively, accurately and consistently implement the principle of “one country, two systems”, “Hong Kong people govern Hong Kong”. Kong” with a high degree of autonomy.

Mr. Lee also pledged to carry out the overall management of Hong Kong by the central government, resolutely implementing the motto “patriots govern Hong Kong”. The Chinese premier said that he believes that Mr. Li will unite and lead the new government and the people of Hong Kong to develop.

Mr. Ly Gia Sieu is the former secretary-general of the Hong Kong government and before that was the chief security officer of the special zone. At a press conference after being declared victorious on May 8, Mr. Lee emphasized his commitment to protect Hong Kong and continue to implement the “one country, two systems” model with China. He promised to create a government that could effectively solve problems and invite talented people to participate.

When asked his top priority when he came to power, he said he would focus on housing issues and promote integration with mainland China and would follow a results-oriented approach to solving problems. now.