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Hong Kong’s Legco enters new stage of cooperation with the government
On their return from a visit to Beijing, lawmakers had an unprecedented dialogue session with the chief executive, a format that will foster constructive exchange
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Hong Kong lawmakers have returned from their visit to Beijing, a trip that was far from just a symbolic task to be checked off under the all-patriots revamped governance approach. The mission marked the start of a new stage in which the Legislative Council is expected to work more effectively with the administration within the executive-led framework, with members required to assume a greater role in supporting the chief executive and contributing to the development of mutual benefits for the country and the city.
In a positive step towards enhancing work relations under the executive-led system, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu exchanged ideas with lawmakers over a wide range of topical issues during an unprecedented dialogue session at Legco on Tuesday. The new format enables warm, direct and in-depth communication in a cordial setting, helping officials and lawmakers work as one “Hong Kong team”, in addition to the more formal question-and-answer sessions. Whatever the format, what matters is that the exchanges foster constructive interaction and build mutual trust.
Earlier, Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, said Legco should “assume a greater role” in helping the chief executive and the government administer Hong Kong in accordance with the law. He said this would help improve governance efficiency, inject new momentum into the city’s development and tackle pressing public issues.
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