China’s top legislature on 30th March voted unanimously to adopt the amended Annex I and Annex II to the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). This is a move to systemically revise and improve the methods for the selection of the Chief Executive of the HKSAR and for the formation of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR. It will provide strong institutional safeguards for the full and faithful implementation of the policy of One Country, Two Systems and the principle of “patriots administering Hong Kong”, and ensure the stability of Hong Kong in the long run. It embodies the common aspiration of the Chinese people, including the Hong Kong compatriots. Senior Chinese official said that ‘patriots administering Hong Kong’ principle won’t bar opposite opinions
China amends Basic Law annexes to improve Hong Kong’s electoral system
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