Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, Mr. Yang Guang
The situation in Hing Kong has become increasingly complicated since the popular reaction against he extradition law erupted into mass street manifestations of popular power during the middle of June. Since then, the situation has become more fluid. The Hong Kong government has at least temporarily withdrawn the extradition law (which triggered these events). But protests have continued and demands broadened to cover a generalized fear of how the one country two systems will actually develop. 
The fight for the "hearts and minds of both locals and the international community has intensified since the start of July. One pays special attention, though when functionaries from the Chinese State Council speak. This post includes the original Chinese and a crude English translation of spokespersons of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, Mr. Yang Guang and Ms. Xu Luying. The statements were developed through an interview with Deputy Director of the State Council Information Office, published on line as Yan Yanchun (interviewer), "A spokesperson for the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office of the State Council introduced the position and views on the current situation in Hong Kong; source: Website of the State Council Information Office Published: 2019-07-29 (Link to Original [国务院港澳办新闻发言人介绍对香港当前局势的立场和看法] HERE)). Flora Sapio will produce a more elegant translation; please email us for more information.The SOuth China Morning Post also reported on this. See "As it happened: how Beijing expressed ‘resolute support’ for Hong Kong’s government" (SCMP, 29 July 2019):
The controversy over the shelved extradition bill has plunged Hong Kong into its biggest political crisis since its 1997 return to Chinese rule. The city continues to be rocked by mass protests with demonstrators demanding a full withdrawal of the bill. As protests have escalated and taken an increasingly violent turn in recent weeks, Hong Kong's police have struggled to restore order while facing a massive public backlash over their handling of demonstrators. The turmoil has not only worried Beijing's leaders but also put Hong Kong under the international spotlight as investors wonder if the financial hub has stumbled. The press conference on Monday by the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office under the State Council, the first by Beijing's top policy office on Hong Kong since the handover, suggested top leaders had arrived at a view and formulated a response to the deadlock.
Office, spokesperson, Yan Yanchun
(photo by Zhang Xin)
This was meant to be a very high profile expression of Chinese official positions. It also likely included a number of hints of thinking directed both to Hong Kong stakeholders, and the international community. It will be useful to read these carefully to understand the current thinking, as well as the extent to which China has begun to develop "red lines" against which it may act. There are a number of interesting points: (1) the misunderstanding a cultivated by Hong Kong People; (2) the possible pernicious effects of outside influences provoking an unjustified panic; (3) the framing of the issues as just touching on the extradition law; (4) the concern over alarmism and the rupture of appropriate engagement through official channels as potentially threatening; (5) the warnings about the consequences of continued violence by what were characterized as radical and fringe elements themselves lawbreakers (extremist protestors (激进示威)); (6) the willingness of China to protect its constitutional order by all appropriate means when and as it chooses, in accordance with its interpretation of its rights and obligations under the one state two systems framework; (7) the different conceptual starting points for rule of law discourse between the Hong Kong protagonists and its conception and deployment within the political discourse of China; and (8) the willingness for the moment to continue to work through the local government, though with the warning that in China's view, the violence "has also seriously touched (触碰) the bottom line of the principle of “One Country, Two Systems.”"The shape and implementation of the one country two systems principle will likely be reshaped in any case and it will be with great interest that this ought to be observed and studied, especially for its utility in thinking through reunification with Taiwan, and relations with Belt and Road states.
And the student response:
"Hong Kong commuters could face traffic chaos on Tuesday morning, with protesters angry at Beijing’s response to the extradition bill crisis planning a non-cooperative campaign at a major railway station and blockades of major roads. On social media on Monday night, the protesters also discussed organising another sit-in at the airport, hours after the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office under China’s State Council expressed “resolute support” for the Hong Kong government over its handling of the saga." (Hong Kong facing rush hour chaos as anti-government protesters plan major disruption to city’s rail and road networks; SCMP 30 July 2019)
Source : Website of the State Council Information Office Published: 2019-07-29
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Deputy Director of the State Council Information Office, spokesperson, Yan Yanchun (photo by Zhang Xin)
Yan Yanchun :
Ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon, everyone is welcome to attend the press conference of the State Council Information Office. Recently, everyone is very concerned about the situation in Hong Kong. Today, we are very pleased to invite the spokespersons of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, Mr. Yang Guang and Ms. Xu Luying, to invite them to introduce the position and views of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office of the State Council on the current situation in Hong Kong and answer the reporter. Friends' questions. First of all, please introduce Mr. Yang Guang.
2019-07-29 15:00:27
Yang Guang (photo by Zhang Xin), spokesperson of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council
Yang Guang :
Good afternoon, everyone in the press. When I came over, I saw that the rain was very big outside. It was very hard for everyone to come in the rain. Today, the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council held a press conference. Ms. Xu Luying and I, as spokespersons of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, met with you for the first time. We welcome and thank you for coming.
2019-07-29 15:02:01
Yang Guang :
Recently, a series of demonstrations and violent incidents have been carried out in Hong Kong around the SAR Government to amend the Fugitive Offenders Ordinance and the Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters. This has caused widespread concern at home and abroad. The central government has been closely monitoring the developments and changes in the recent situation in Hong Kong.
2019-07-29 15:02:16
Yang Guang :
The revision of the above two regulations by the SAR Government is due to an ordinary criminal case. In February last year , Hong Kong resident Chen Tongjia was suspected of escaping back to Hong Kong after killing his pregnant girlfriend in Taiwan. Since Hong Kong has no jurisdiction over the case, in order to transfer Chen to Taiwan for trial, the SAR Government proposed to amend the above two regulations to allow Hong Kong to carry out the transfer of criminal suspects through special arrangements with the Mainland, Macao and Taiwan that have not signed the transfer of fugitive offenders and criminal justice assistance agreements. Cooperation between people and fugitives. This will not only help deal with the above-mentioned cases, but also help to plug the loopholes in the existing legal system to jointly combat crime and demonstrate the rule of law and justice.
2019-07-29 15:03:52
Yang Guang :
As many Hong Kong people do not know much about the situation in the Mainland, the legal system and the judicial system, they have doubts about amending the above two regulations. Some ulterior motives and media took the opportunity to spread all kinds of alarmist remarks, create social panic, and obstruct the bill from being passed in the Legislative Council. Under this circumstance, since June , there have been several large-scale demonstrations and assemblies in Hong Kong against the revision of the above two regulations. Listen to the views of the wider community, the community to restore calm as soon as possible, the Hong Kong SAR Government to 6 Yue 15 decided today to suspend the work of amendments, the corresponding legislation also will be completely stopped. The central government expressed support, respect and understanding for this decision of the SAR government.
2019-07-29 15:04:05
Yang Guang :
The SAR police have always approved and provided protection for various peaceful processions and assemblies held by the Hong Kong community. However, 6 Yue 12 since May, some radical demonstrators deliberate violence by its actions completely outside the scope of peaceful demonstrations. They surrounded the Hong Kong Legislative Council, blocked roads, traffic, attacked police with bricks, iron bars and even petrol bombs, attacked the police line of defense, and blocked the police headquarters twice, disrupting the normal operation of the SAR government departments such as taxation and immigration. The situation is constantly escalating.
2019-07-29 15:05:43
Yang Guang :
On July 1 , in the festive days of celebrating the 22nd anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland , radical demonstrators violently attacked the Legislative Council Building, arbitrarily damaged the Legislative Council facilities, smeared the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region emblem, and tore up the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. In a series of violent activities, they also incited the hateful sentiment, using poisonous and harmful liquids, powder attacks and encircling the police, and even biting the police fingers, the cruelty of their actions is horrible!
2019-07-29 15:06:20
Yang Guang :
On July 21st , a group of radical demonstrators surrounded the Hong Kong Liaison Office building, defaced the national emblem, and smeared the words of the country and the nation. The nature was very serious and the impact was very bad. In addition, the Hong Kong police also smashed a warehouse for explosives and seized a large number of TATP explosives and items related to the demonstration. So far, the violent shocks have not stopped. The day before yesterday, some radical demonstrators held illegal marches and gatherings in the Yuen Long area of Hong Kong and made a series of violent acts, causing more than 20 injuries. Yesterday, there were radical demonstrators who illegally assembled on Hong Kong Island and violently attacked the police line of defense.
2019-07-29 15:06:50
Yang Guang :
The demonstrations and violent attacks in Hong Kong have lasted for more than a month and have had a serious impact on the rule of law, social order, economic livelihood and international image of Hong Kong. It has caused all those who care about Hong Kong and cherish Hong Kong to feel sad. Here, I indicate three points:
2019-07-29 15:07:14
Yang Guang :
First, I hope that people from all walks of life in Hong Kong will clearly oppose and resist violence. The recent evolution of events in Hong Kong, especially the violence carried out by a few militants, has seriously undermined the overall situation of Hong Kong's prosperity and stability. It has seriously challenged the rule of law and social order in Hong Kong. It has seriously threatened the safety of Hong Kong citizens' lives and property, and has also seriously touched. The bottom line of the principle of " one country, two systems " is absolutely intolerable. No civilization or rule of law society will tolerate rampant violence. It is hoped that the general public will clearly understand the seriousness of the current state of affairs and jointly condemn the evils and crimes committed by the militants and prevent them from harming Hong Kong.
2019-07-29 15:07:30
Yang Guang :
Second, I hope that people from all walks of life in Hong Kong will firmly uphold the rule of law. The rule of law is the core value that Hong Kong people are proud of. It is the foundation of Hong Kong's good business environment. It is an important cornerstone for Hong Kong to maintain prosperity and stability. It must not sit by and watch a small number of people trample on it with impunity. Once the pillars of the rule of law are shaken, Hong Kong's prosperity and stability will not be guaranteed. The Central Government strongly supports the Chief Executive of the Legislative Council to lead the SAR Government in administering the government in accordance with the law. He firmly supports the Hong Kong police in law enforcement and firmly supports the relevant departments and judicial organs of the Hong Kong SAR Government in punishing violent criminals and firmly supports the actions of patriotic Hong Kong people to defend the rule of law in Hong Kong. We particularly understand and understand the tremendous pressure on the Hong Kong Police Force and its families. We would like to take this opportunity to pay our highest respect to the outstanding Hong Kong police who have always stood firm, dedicated, fearless, and humiliating!
2019-07-29 15:08:04
Yang Guang :
Third, I hope that the Hong Kong society will emerge from political disputes as soon as possible and concentrate on developing the economy and improving people's livelihood. Development is the foundation of Hong Kong and the right way to solve various problems in Hong Kong. Although Hong Kong has accumulated some good family bases, it has some favorable conditions and unique advantages, but it cannot withstand the toss. When Hong Kong is in trouble, the whole society must " pay " . The SAR Government and the whole society should find ways to adopt more effective measures to promote economic development and improvement of people's livelihood, especially to help young people solve practical difficulties in housing and school, employment, entrepreneurship, etc., and to relieve their grievances. The Central Government is willing to work with the SAR Government and people from all walks of life in Hong Kong to create good conditions for their development.
2019-07-29 15:08:20
Yang Guang :
Since the reunification of Hong Kong, the practice of " one country , two systems " has achieved universally recognized achievements. The principle of " one country , two systems " , " Hong Kong people ruling Hong Kong " and a high degree of autonomy have been effectively implemented. Hong Kong remains prosperous and stable and is recognized as the world's freest economy. The business environment and international competitiveness are widely recognized by the international community. Hong Kong residents enjoy unprecedented democratic rights and widespread freedoms that are rare in the world. Hong Kong's rule of law index ranks among the best in the world.
2019-07-29 15:08:35
Yang Guang :
Practice has fully proved that " one country , two systems " is the best institutional arrangement to maintain Hong Kong's long-term prosperity and stability. The central government will continue to unswervingly implement the principle of " one country, two systems " and adhere to the principle of " one country, two systems " will not change or waver, and ensure that the " one country, two systems " practice is not distorted or deformed.
2019-07-29 15:09:11
Yang Guang :
We believe that with the strong support of the Central Government and the mainland, under the leadership of the Chief Executive and the SAR Government, Hong Kong compatriots will be able to manage, build and develop Hong Kong. Hong Kong will be able to overcome the various roads ahead. Difficulties and challenges, the " one country , two systems " ship will surely be able to wave the waves and stabilize the distance!
2019-07-29 15:09:35
Yang Guang :
Below, we are willing to answer your questions.
2019-07-29 15:09:57
Yan Yanchun :
Thanks to Mr. Yang Guang for his introduction, the following is the answer to the question. Because there are more foreign media coming today, today's translation form is simultaneous interpretation, but part of the question will be handed over to help everyone better understand the problem. Please ask questions.
2019-07-29 15:13:32
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CCTV's CCTV reporter asked questions (photo by Liu Jian)
CCTV General Station CCTV reporter :
Now there are people in Hong Kong who advocate violence and advocate " illegal violations. " What is the opinion of the spokesman? Thank you.
2019-07-29 15:13:49
Yang Guang :
Thank you for your question. There are laws that must be followed and laws that are illegal. I think this is the basic requirement of any society ruled by law, and the rule of law is the core value that Hong Kong people have long been proud of. What we want to say is that any claim, no matter how lofty it is, can not be expressed in an illegal way, and it cannot be resorted to violence. Violence is violence. It is illegal to break the law. Its nature will not change because it advertises false propositions. We have noticed that in recent days, various circles in Hong Kong have launched large-scale gatherings to protect Hong Kong, calling for the maintenance of the rule of law and against violence. This represents the true mainstream public opinion of Hong Kong society. The central government firmly supports the Hong Kong police, relevant departments and the judiciary to punish violent violations in accordance with the law, investigate the criminal responsibility of violent offenders, restore normal social order as soon as possible, and protect the personal and property safety of citizens. Thank you.
2019-07-29 15:17:14
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Singapore Lianhe Zaobao reporter asked (Liu Jianshe)
Singapore Lianhe Zaobao reporter :
Many Hong Kong people are worried that Beijing's promised " one country, two systems " is ineffective, more " one country " and not " two systems " . How can the central government give them peace of mind? Thank you.
2019-07-29 15:30:36
Yang Guang :
Thank you. I think the core of this question is how to understand " one country, two systems . " " One country, two systems " is a complete concept and a complete set of principles and policies. Therefore , the understanding of " one country, two systems " must be comprehensive and accurate. " One country , two systems " , in which " one country " is the root, the roots can only be leafy; " one country " is the foundation , and this solid can be a branch. In Hong Kong and Macao, the implementation of the " one country, two systems " policy must always emphasize that the " three bottom lines " cannot be touched. The " three bottom lines " are: absolutely no one can be allowed to endanger the sovereignty of the country, and must not be allowed to challenge the central power and the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Authority, absolutely must not allow the use of Hong Kong's activities to infiltrate the mainland. This " three bottom lines " cannot be touched. Only on the basis of " one country " can we talk about the " two systems " , so we must implement " one country, two systems " must be comprehensive and accurate, not distorted and not deformed. Since the reunification of Hong Kong, whenever there is a central exercise of power in accordance with the law, there will always be various opinions to say that this is not weakening Hong Kong’s high degree of autonomy. I think that the root cause of such remarks is that they do not have a comprehensive and accurate understanding of the " one country, two systems " policy, or they deliberately misinterpret the spirit of the " one country, two systems " policy.
2019-07-29 15:31:04
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South China Morning Post reporter asked (Liu Jianshe)
South China Morning Post reporter :
Since the controversy of the Fugitive Offenders Ordinance, there have been long and large-scale demonstrations in Hong Kong. According to the Hong Kong opinion poll, Lin Zhengyue’s score has fallen to a new low. How does the central government evaluate her inclusion in the Fugitive Offenders Regulations in the past one or two months? In the performance, do she think that she is suitable to continue to govern, and will she be held accountable to senior officials of the SAR government including the Chief Executive? Thank you.
2019-07-29 15:34:18
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Xu Luying, spokesperson of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council (photo by Zhang Xin)
Xu Luying :
Thank you for your question. Since the appointment of the Chief Executive in 2017 , the Chief Executive of the SAR Government has led the SAR Government's governance team to actively practise government. It has done a great deal of work in developing the economy, improving people's livelihood and promoting Hong Kong's integration into the overall situation of national development. These are obvious to all. The Central People's Government has fully affirmed the work of the Chief Executive of the Legislative Council and the SAR Government. The original intention of this revision work is to fill the gaps in the existing legal system, jointly fight crime and demonstrate justice, and the central government also supports it. In view of the large differences in the society during the revision process and the demonstrations, the SAR Government decided to suspend the amendments in order to restore peace to the society as soon as possible. The Central Government also expressed its support, understanding and respect. For less than the amendments exist in the work, we note that the Government has done a careful summary and reflection, Mrs Lam Chief Executive 7 Yue 1 to celebrate the return of Hong Kong May 22 anniversary cocktail party also says the policy change Style, more open and more inclusive to listen to public opinion. We have also noticed that many citizens are quietly supporting the work of the Chief Executive and the SAR Government. The Central Government will continue to firmly support the Chief Executive of the Legislative Council and the SAR Government in accordance with the law, and unite and lead the various sectors of Hong Kong to jointly safeguard the political situation of Hong Kong's prosperity and stability. Thank you.
2019-07-29 15:35:39
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CNBC reporter questions (photo by Liu Jian)
CNBC reporter :
I have three questions: First, will the recent events in Hong Kong affect Hong Kong's financial industry, and what impact will it have on the future development of Hong Kong's financial industry? What does the central government think of this? Secondly, will the Chief Executive of Lin Zhengyue resign as many people suggested? Third, what measures will the central government take to ensure the safety of Hong Kong society? What kind of cooperation will the local government, including individuals and institutions, do? In addition, will there be ways to change the way elections are used to alleviate the current pressure?
2019-07-29 15:36:13
Xu Luying :
Thank you for your question. Maintaining a good business environment in Hong Kong is crucial to Hong Kong. So far, we have seen that Hong Kong still maintains a good business environment, but the recent radical violence has already had a serious impact on Hong Kong's social order and international image. We have noticed that the Hong Kong Retail Management Association recently stated that most members have seen a significant decline in sales in the past month. The data released by the City University of Hong Kong also showed that the consumer confidence index in Hong Kong also fell to the lowest in five years. The tourism industry also said that the number of tour groups visiting Southeast Asia in the near future is decreasing. It is expected to drop by more than 70% at most . I believe this is only part of the situation and deserves deep thought and vigilance from the Hong Kong community.
As for the impact on the financial industry that you mentioned, it is not obvious from the data point of view, but I think that for an export-oriented small economy like Hong Kong, in a complex and volatile international economic environment, if the business environment, camp The decline in business confidence will naturally increase the external risks faced by the financial industry. Therefore, we also believe that Hong Kong’s top priority is to punish violent violations in accordance with the law, restore social order as soon as possible, and maintain a good business environment. This is the most important. of.
As for your second question, the reporter of the South China Morning Post has already asked questions. I will not repeat it here.
The third question is whether the central government will change the way of election. I think that the election method in Hong Kong is stipulated by the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the relevant laws of Hong Kong. We must follow the law in order, now and in the future. To develop a democratic system that is suitable for the actual situation in Hong Kong, the central position on this point is consistent. Thank you.
2019-07-29 15:36:58
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Hong Kong TV reporters question (photo by Liu Jian)
Hong Kong Wireless TV Reporter :
I want to ask two questions. First, I have the opinion that the team of the Chief Executive of Lin Zhengyue has lost the prestige of governance. Will the team of the accountability not be worried about the final target? Will the Central Committee support the establishment of an independent investigation committee to thoroughly investigate the responsibility of the entire amendment? Second, there is the view that 7 Yue 21 Ri in Yuen Long has some white clothes attacked people inside the train station, there is no difference in the terrorist attack, the public questioned the police's anti-crime crackdown poor, is black police collusion. Some police associations have written letters expressing disapproval of the statement made by the Chief Secretary for Administration. How to deal with the situation in which the public is being beaten? Thank you.
2019-07-29 16:06:12
Yang Guang :
Thank you. Your first question is about the commission of inquiry. In our view, the most dangerous situation in the current situation in Hong Kong is that violent crimes have not been effectively stopped. The most important task of Hong Kong at present is to resolutely punish violent crimes in accordance with the law, restore social stability as soon as possible, and safeguard Hong Kong's good rule of law. I believe that with the efforts of the Chief Executive and the SAR Government, under the strict enforcement of the Hong Kong Police Force and the concerted efforts of the patriotic Hong Kong people, the Hong Kong community will be able to stop all kinds of violent crimes as soon as possible and enable the Hong Kong community. Go back to the normal track.
Your second question is about the violent incident in Yuen Long. I have nothing to add to this problem because the Chief of the Hong Kong Police Force and the head of the Liaison Office have already made a clear response to this question. These rumors are unfounded. We should pay special attention to the tremendous efforts made by the Hong Kong Police Force in maintaining social order and maintaining social order for more than a month. They even suffered a lot of pains. They themselves have been under tremendous pressure and their families have also suffered All kinds of bullying on the Internet are under pressure. However, under such circumstances, the Hong Kong police still maintain restraint and professionalism. We believe that with the efforts of the SAR Government and the Hong Kong Police, we will certainly solve the various difficulties and challenges we have encountered. Thank you.
2019-07-29 16:06:41
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Macao Daily reporter's question (photo by Liu Jian)
Macau Daily reporter :
This year, Macau will elect the fifth chief executive. He currently accepts 378 nominations and becomes the only eligible candidate. Does the central government support him as the chief executive? Thank you.
2019-07-29 16:14:06
Xu Luying :
In August this year, the Macao Special Administrative Region will hold the fifth election of the Chief Executive. According to the Macao Basic Law and related laws, the Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region shall be elected by legal procedures and appointed by the Central People's Government. The standards of the Central People's Government for the candidates for the Chief Executive are consistent. That is, patriotism and love for Australia, central trust, ability to govern, and recognition by the Macao society. We believe that the Macao SAR can successfully select a new Chief Executive candidate who meets the above criteria. I have so much to respond to the question of the election of the Chief Executive of Macao. Since it is also an election issue, I would like to add to my speech just now. The reporter from Hong Kong just mentioned the issue of election methods. The legal basis for Hong Kong elections is the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the relevant decisions of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress and Hong Kong's local Election law. Thank you.
2019-07-29 16:14:53
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Xinhua News Agency reporter question (photo by Liu Jian)
Xinhua News Agency reporter :
I would like to ask the spokesperson what is the role of Western countries in the Hong Kong revisions? Thank you.
2019-07-29 16:18:29
Yang Guang :
Thank you. During a series of demonstrations and violent attacks in Hong Kong around the practice, some irresponsible people in the West made some irresponsible remarks and played a less glamorous role. I have noticed some people's conversations. They have a very strange logic. They should give some sympathy, give some understanding, and even give some tolerance, but face the police's due diligence, maintain social security, and safeguard the rule of law in Hong Kong. They feel that they should be criticized, accused and even accountable. This logic is rather ridiculous and very funny.
As I mentioned earlier, violence is violence. It is illegal to break the law. In a society ruled by law, this is a basic bottom line and cannot be destroyed. This is the first point I want to talk about.
The second point I want to say is that Hong Kong is China's Hong Kong. Hong Kong affairs are China's internal affairs. It is not allowed to interfere with any external forces. This attitude, this position, State Councilor Wang Yi and the Foreign Ministry spokesperson have made many statements. This is our unwavering stance. Some politicians in the western countries frequently make irresponsible remarks during this period of time, and they even give some people their support. Their intentions are to say that they want to mess up Hong Kong and turn Hong Kong into a trouble in China, and then contain or Contain China's development. This plot cannot be achieved. Thank you.
2019-07-29 16:21:22
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American cable TV reporter question (photo by Liu Jian)
US cable reporter :
The situation in Hong Kong has developed to the present day. Many people, including the international community, are concerned about the involvement of the People’s Liberation Army. I know that the Ministry of Defense spokesperson was asked last week, but he is asking everyone to look at the terms of the Garrison Law. I want to ask again. If you look at it, can you tell us more directly and clearly what kind of way the PLA will intervene in Hong Kong affairs under what premise? What do you think of the international impact of this? Related to this, many people think that the situation has developed to the present, and it may not be explained by the reason that the single-minded radicals collude with external black hands. Many people think that it is not the central government's deep-level structural social politics of Hong Kong. There are serious misjudgments in the contradiction. I don't know how you respond to this view? Will the central government also adjust the relevant policies? Thank you.
2019-07-29 16:21:45
Yang Guang :
Thank you. The first question you said, I think, there are clear rules in the Basic Law of Hong Kong. I will not say more. You can check it out and have a look. The second question, I mentioned in the previous speech and in the process of answering the question, the most important thing at present is to punish violence and uphold the rule of law. Thank you.
2019-07-29 16:24:27
Yan Yanchun :
The last question.
2019-07-29 16:24:47
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Hong Kong Dagongwenhui reporter question (Liu Jianshe)
Hong Kong Dagongwenhui reporter :
Some people think that there are more grievances in the Hong Kong society. Some deep-seated problems such as land, housing and the upward movement of young people have not been resolved. How will the Central Committee help Hong Kong solve these problems? Thank you.
2019-07-29 16:25:13
Xu Luying :
Thank you for your question. There are indeed some deep-seated problems in Hong Kong, such as land, housing, and youth mobility. I think the reasons for these problems are deep-seated, multi-faceted, with complex historical factors, social roots, and international background. Solving these problems is not a day's work, it requires comprehensive policy and multi-pronged approach. The Central Government has always paid close attention to the deep-seated problems of Hong Kong. The SAR Government has always tried to solve these problems. The speech just mentioned also emphasizes that development is the golden key to solving various problems in Hong Kong and depends on the deep problems of Hong Kong. Development to solve. The Central Government will continue to support Hong Kong in developing its economy and improving people's livelihood. It will support Hong Kong's active integration into the overall development of the country. The relevant departments of the central government will continue to introduce a series of policies and measures to facilitate the development of Hong Kong residents in the Mainland, especially in the construction of Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau. In the process, we will consider expanding new space for Hong Kong's development and adding new impetus to the development of Hong Kong residents, especially those in Hong Kong. However, development must have a harmonious and stable social environment. Therefore, we hope that all sectors of the Hong Kong community will work together to get out of political disputes as soon as possible and seize major opportunities to achieve better development. Thank you.
2019-07-29 16:27:17
Yan Yanchun :
The two spokespersons are the first to meet with you. Finally, are there any exchanges with everyone?
2019-07-29 16:27:43
Yang Guang :
Thank you for coming, because today's time is limited, many media have no time to ask questions, but I believe that we will have time to continue to communicate in the future. You can also hand over your questions to our colleagues in the future. We will communicate with you in time. thank you all.
2019-07-29 16:28:34
Yan Yanchun :
Thank you both spokespersons, and thank you all, the press conference is over.
2019-07-29 16:29:31
国务院港澳办新闻发言人介绍对香港当前局势的立场和看法
来源: 国务院新闻办公室网站 发布时间： 2019-07-29
袭艳春:
女士们、先生们，下午好，欢迎大家出席国务院新闻办新闻发布会。最近大家对香港的局势非常关注，今天我们非常高兴地邀请到国务院港澳事务办公室新闻发言人杨光先生和徐露颖女士，请他们向大家介绍国务院港澳办对香港当前局势的立场和看法，并回答记者朋友们的提问。首先，请杨光先生做介绍。
杨光:
各位新闻界的朋友们，大家下午好。刚才过来的时候，看见外面雨下得很大，大家冒雨赶来，非常辛苦。今天国务院港澳事务办公室举行新闻发布会，我和徐露颖女士作为国务院港澳办的发言人第一次同大家见面，对大家的到来，我们表示欢迎、感谢。
2019-07-29 15:02:01杨光:
近期，在香港围绕特区政府修订《逃犯条例》和《刑事事宜相互法律协助条例》，发生了一系列游行示威活动和暴力事件，引起国际国内广泛关注。中央政府一直密切关注近期香港局势的发展变化。
2019-07-29 15:02:16
杨光:
特区政府修订上述两个条例起因于一桩普通刑事案件。去年2月，香港居民陈同佳涉嫌在台湾杀害怀孕女友后潜逃回港。由于香港对该案没有管辖权，为将陈移送台湾受审，特区政府提出修订上述两个条例，允许香港通过特别安排与尚未签订移交逃犯和刑事司法协助协议的内地、澳门和台湾开展移交犯罪嫌疑人和逃犯的个案合作。此举既有利于处理上述个案，又有利于堵塞现有法律制度的漏洞，以共同打击犯罪，彰显法治和公义。
2019-07-29 15:03:52杨光:
由于不少香港市民对内地的情况和法律制度、司法制度了解不多，对修订上述两个条例有所疑虑。一些别有用心的人和媒体趁机散播各种危言耸听的言论，制造社会恐慌，阻挠法案在立法会审议通过。在这种情况下，6月份以来，香港发生了数次较大规模反对修订上述两个条例的游行集会活动。为更广泛听取社会各界意见，使社会尽快恢复平静，香港特区政府于6月15日决定暂缓修例工作，相应的立法工作也随之完全停止。对特区政府的这一决定，中央政府表示支持、尊重和理解。
2019-07-29 15:04:05杨光:
对于香港社会针对修例举行的各种和平的游行集会，特区警方一直依法批准并提供保护。但是，6月12日以来，一些激进示威者蓄意制造暴力事件，其行动完全超出了和平游行示威的范畴。他们包围香港立法会、堵塞道路、瘫痪交通，用砖头、铁枝甚至汽油弹等攻击警察、冲击警方防线，并先后两次围堵警察总部，扰乱税务、入境事务等特区政府部门正常办公，导致事态不断升级。
2019-07-29 15:05:43杨光:
7月1日，在本该庆祝香港回归祖国22周年的喜庆日子里，激进示威者却暴力冲击立法会大楼，肆意损坏立法会设施，涂污香港特别行政区区徽，撕毁香港特别行政区基本法。在一连串的暴力活动中，他们还煽动仇警情绪，使用有毒有害液体、粉末袭击和围殴警察，甚至咬断警察手指，其行径之残忍令人发指！
2019-07-29 15:06:20杨光:
7月21日，更有一部分激进示威者围堵香港中联办大楼，污损国徽，喷写侮辱国家和民族的字句，性质十分严重，影响十分恶劣。此外，香港警方还捣破了一个制造爆炸品的仓库，查获大批TATP烈性炸药以及与示威有关的物品。到目前为止，暴力冲击活动仍未停息。前天，一些激进示威者在香港元朗地区举行非法游行集会，并作出一连串暴力行为，造成20多人受伤。昨天，又有激进示威者在香港岛非法集结，暴力冲击警方防线。
2019-07-29 15:06:50杨光:
发生在香港的游行示威和暴力冲击活动已经持续了一个多月，对香港的法治、社会秩序、经济民生和国际形象造成了严重影响，令所有关心香港、珍爱香港的人倍感痛心。在此，我表明三点意见：
2019-07-29 15:07:14
杨光:
第一，希望香港社会各界人士旗帜鲜明地反对和抵制暴力。香港近期事态的演变，特别是少数激进分子实施的暴力活动，已经严重破坏了香港繁荣稳定的大局，严重挑战了香港法治和社会秩序，严重威胁到香港市民的生命财产安全，也严重触碰了“一国两制”的原则底线，绝对不能容忍。任何文明和法治社会都不会容忍暴力横行。希望广大市民清醒地认识到当前事态的严重性，共同声讨激进分子所作的恶、犯的罪，阻止他们祸害香港的行径。
2019-07-29 15:07:30杨光:
第二，希望香港社会各界人士坚决守护法治。法治是香港人引以为傲的核心价值，是香港良好的营商环境的基础，是香港保持繁荣稳定的重要基石，绝不能坐视一小部分人肆无忌惮地践踏。法治的支柱一旦动摇，香港的繁荣稳定亦将不保。中央政府坚决支持林郑月娥行政长官带领特区政府依法施政，坚决支持香港警方严正执法，坚决支持香港特区政府有关部门和司法机构依法惩治暴力犯罪分子，坚决支持爱国爱港人士捍卫香港法治的行动。我们特别理解和体谅香港警队及其家人所承受的巨大压力，借此机会，谨向一直坚守岗位、恪尽职守、无惧无畏、忍辱负重的优秀香港警察，致以我们崇高的敬意！
2019-07-29 15:08:04杨光:
第三，希望香港社会尽快走出政治纷争，集中精力发展经济、改善民生。发展是香港的立身之本，也是解决香港各种问题的正道。香港虽然积攒下一些不错的家底，具有一些有利条件和独特优势，但也经不起折腾。香港乱下去，全社会都要“买单”。特区政府和全社会都应该想方设法，采取更有效的举措，推动经济发展、民生改善，特别是帮助年轻人解决在住房和学业、就业、创业等方面遇到的实际困难，纾解他们的怨气。中央政府愿意与特区政府和香港社会各界人士一起努力，为他们的发展创造良好的条件。
2019-07-29 15:08:20杨光:
香港回归以来，“一国两制”实践取得了举世公认的成就。“一国两制”、“港人治港”、高度自治方针得到切实贯彻落实。香港保持繁荣稳定，被公认为全球最自由的经济体，营商环境和国际竞争力得到国际社会的广泛认可。香港居民享有前所未有的民主权利和全世界范围内少见的广泛自由。香港的法治指数在全世界名列前茅。
2019-07-29 15:08:35杨光:
实践充分证明，“一国两制”是保持香港长期繁荣稳定的最佳制度安排。中央政府将继续坚定不移贯彻“一国两制”方针，坚持“一国两制”方针不会变、不动摇，确保“一国两制”实践不走样、不变形。
2019-07-29 15:09:11
杨光:
我们相信，在中央政府和祖国内地的大力支持下，在林郑月娥行政长官和特区政府的带领下，香港同胞一定能够把香港管理好、建设好、发展好，香港一定能够战胜前进道路上的各种困难和挑战，“一国两制”这艘航船一定能够劈波斩浪、行稳致远！
2019-07-29 15:09:35杨光:
下面，我们愿意回答大家的提问。
2019-07-29 15:09:57
袭艳春:
感谢杨光先生的介绍，下面进入答问环节。因为今天来的外国媒体比较多，所以今天的翻译形式是全程同声传译，但提问的部分会采取交传方式，帮助大家更好地听清楚问题。请大家提问。
2019-07-29 15:13:32
中央广播电视总台央视记者:
现在香港社会有人鼓吹暴力，主张“违法达义”，请问发言人对此有何看法？谢谢。
2019-07-29 15:13:49
杨光:
谢谢您的提问。有法必依、违法必究，我想这是任何一个法治社会的基本要求，而法治是香港人长期引以为傲的核心价值。我们想说的是，任何主张，无论自认为它的目标有多么崇高，都不能以违法的方式表达，更不能诉诸暴力。暴力就是暴力，违法就是违法，其性质不会因为它标榜了什么伪命题而有所改变。我们注意到，近期香港社会各界多次发起守护香港的大型集会，呼吁维护法治，反对暴力，这代表了香港社会真正的主流民意。中央政府坚定地支持香港警方、有关部门和司法机构依法惩治暴力违法行为，追究暴力犯罪者的刑事责任，尽快恢复社会正常秩序，保障市民人身和财产安全。谢谢。
2019-07-29 15:17:14
很多香港人担心北京承诺的“一国两制”形同虚设，更多是“一国”而不允许“两制”，请问中央如何让他们安心？谢谢。
2019-07-29 15:30:36
杨光:
谢谢。我想，这个问题的核心是怎么理解“一国两制”。“一国两制”是一个完整的概念，是一套完整的方针政策，所以对“一国两制”的理解一定要全面准确。“一国两制”，其中“一国”是根，根深才能叶茂；“一国”是本，本固才能枝荣。在香港、澳门，贯彻落实“一国两制”方针，始终要强调“三条底线”不能触碰，这“三条底线”就是：绝对不能允许任何危害国家主权安全、绝对不能允许挑战中央权力和香港特别行政区基本法权威、绝对不能允许利用香港对内地进行渗透破坏的活动。这“三条底线”不可触碰。只有在“一国”的基础上才谈得上“两制”，所以我们实践“一国两制”一定要全面准确，不走样、不变形。香港回归以来，每每遇到中央依法行使权力的时候，总会有各种各样的意见出来说，这是不是又在削弱香港的高度自治权。我想，这样的言论，究其根源，要么是没有全面准确理解“一国两制”方针，要么就是故意曲解“一国两制”方针的精神。
2019-07-29 15:31:04南华早报记者:
《逃犯条例》的争议出现以来，香港出现了长时间大规模的游行示威，根据港大民意调查，林郑月娥的评分已经跌到了新低，中央怎么评价她在过去一两个月包括在《逃犯条例》中的表现，认为她是否合适继续执政，以及会不会对包括特首在内的特区政府高级官员进行问责？谢谢。
2019-07-29 15:34:18
谢谢你的提问。林郑月娥行政长官自从2017年上任以来，带领特区政府管治团队积极施政，在发展经济、改善民生，推动香港融入国家发展大局方面做了大量工作，这些都是有目共睹的。中央对林郑月娥行政长官和特区政府一直以来的工作是充分肯定的。这次修例工作的初衷是为了填补现有的法律制度漏洞，共同打击犯罪，彰显正义，中央政府也是支持的。鉴于在修例过程中社会产生了较大的分歧，并且引起了示威游行，特区政府为了社会尽快恢复平静决定暂缓修例，中央也对此表示支持、理解和尊重。对于这次修例工作中存在的不足，我们注意到特区政府已经做了认真的总结和反思，林郑月娥行政长官在7月1日庆祝香港回归祖国22周年的酒会上也说到，将改变施政风格，更开放、更包容地听取民意。我们也注意到，不少市民在默默地支持行政长官和特区政府的工作。中央政府将继续坚定地支持林郑月娥行政长官和特区政府依法施政，团结和带领香港各界共同维护好香港繁荣稳定的政治局面。谢谢。
2019-07-29 15:35:39CNBC记者:
我有三个问题：第一，香港近期的事件会不会影响香港的金融业，对于未来的香港金融业发展会有什么样的影响？中央政府对此如何看？第二，林郑月娥行政长官会不会像很多人建议的那样辞职？第三，中央政府会采取什么样的措施来确保香港社会的安全，会和当地政府包括个人、机构有什么样的合作来做到这一点？另外，会不会采取改变选举方式的办法来缓解目前的压力？
2019-07-29 15:36:13徐露颖:
谢谢你的提问。维护香港良好的营商环境对于香港来讲是至关重要的。到目前为止，我们也看到香港还是保持着良好的营商环境，但是近期激进的暴力冲击已经对香港的社会秩序和国际形象造成了比较严重的影响。我们注意到，近日香港零售管理协会表示，多数会员在过去一个月的销售额出现了明显的下滑，香港城市大学公布的数据也显示，香港地区消费者信心指数也跌至五年来的最低，香港旅游业界也表示，近期东南亚赴港的旅行团在减少，预计可能会最多跌70%以上，我相信这只是部分情况，值得香港社会深思和警醒。
至于您谈到的对金融业的影响，从数据上来看还不明显，但是我想，对于香港这样一个外向型的小型经济体，在复杂多变的国际经济环境下，如果营商环境、营商信心有所下降，自然会加大金融业所面临的外部风险，所以我们也认为香港的当务之急是要依法惩治暴力违法行为，尽快恢复社会秩序，维护好良好的营商环境，这是最重要的。
至于你的第二个问题，刚才南华早报的记者已经提问过了，我在这里就不再重复了。
第三个问题，中央政府会不会改变选举方式，我想，香港的选举方式是由香港特别行政区基本法和香港相关法律所规定的，无论是现在还是以后，我们都要按照法律的规定循序渐进地来发展适合香港实际情况的民主制度，在这点上中央的立场是始终如一的。谢谢。
2019-07-29 15:36:58
想问两个问题，一是有意见说，林郑月娥行政长官的班子已经失去了管治的威望，不撤换问责团队会不会担心最后矛头指向中央？中央会不会支持成立独立调查委员会，彻查整个修例风波的责任？二是有意见说，7月21日在元朗有一些穿白衣服的人攻击火车站里面的市民，是没有差别的恐袭，社会舆论质疑警方扫黑除恶不力，是警黑勾结。也有警察协会写信表示不认同中央任命的政务司司长的言论，该如何处理市民被乱打的局面呢？谢谢。
2019-07-29 16:06:12杨光:
谢谢。你的第一个问题是有关调查委员会。在我们看来，当前香港局势最危险的是暴力犯罪行为还没有得到有效制止，香港当前最重要的任务是坚决依法惩治暴力犯罪行为，尽快恢复社会安定，维护香港的良好法治。我相信，在林郑月娥行政长官和特区政府的努力下，在香港警队的严格执法下，在广大爱国爱港人士的共同努力下，香港社会一定能够尽快制止各种暴力犯罪行为，使香港社会重新回到正常的轨道上。
你的第二个问题是有关元朗暴力事件。这个问题我本来没有什么要补充的，因为香港警务处处长和中联办负责人对这个问题已经作出了明确回应，这些传言都是毫无根据的诬蔑。我们应该特别注意到，香港警队这一个多月来在维护社会治安、维护社会秩序方面所付出的巨大努力，甚至付出了沉痛的牺牲，他们本人承受了巨大的压力，他们的家人也由于受到网络上的各种欺凌而倍感压力。但是在这种情况之下，香港警方依然保持了克制和专业。我们相信，在特区政府和香港警方的努力下，一定会解决目前所遇到的各种困难和挑战。谢谢。
2019-07-29 16:06:41
今年澳门将选举第五任行政长官，目前贺一诚获得378个提名，成为唯一合资格的候选人，请问中央是否支持他担任行政长官？谢谢。
2019-07-29 16:14:06
徐露颖:
今年8月份，澳门特别行政区将举行第五任行政长官选举。根据澳门基本法和相关的法律，澳门特区行政长官要经过法定程序选举产生，由中央人民政府任命。中央人民政府对行政长官人选的标准是一贯的，那就是爱国爱澳、中央信任、有管治能力、澳门社会认可。我们相信，澳门特区能够顺利地选出符合上述标准的新一任行政长官人选。我对澳门行政长官选举问题的回应就这么多。因为同样是选举问题，我想补充一下我刚才的发言，刚才香港的记者提到选举方式的问题，香港选举的法律基础是香港特别行政区基本法、全国人民代表大会常务委员会的有关决定和香港本地的选举法律。谢谢。
2019-07-29 16:14:53
我想请问发言人，对西方国家在此次香港修例风波中所扮演的角色是怎么看的？谢谢。
2019-07-29 16:18:29
杨光:
谢谢。在香港围绕修例发生的一系列游行示威活动和暴力冲击活动过程中，西方一些不负责任的人发表了一些不负责任的言论，扮演了不太光彩的角色。我注意到了一些人的谈话，他们有一个很奇怪的逻辑，就是暴力违法犯罪应当给予一些同情，给予一些理解，甚至要给予一些包容，但是面对警方恪尽职守、维护社会治安、维护香港法治的行为，他们倒觉得应当给予批评、指责甚至问责。这种逻辑是比较荒谬的，也是很滑稽的。
刚才我已经谈到了，暴力就是暴力，违法就是违法，在一个法治社会里，这是一条基本底线，不容破坏，这是我想讲的第一点意思。
第二点我想讲，香港是中国的香港，香港事务是中国的内政，容不得任何外部势力横加干涉，这个态度、这个立场，国务委员王毅和外交部发言人已经多次做过表态，这是我们坚定不移的立场。西方国家的一些政客频频在这一段时间里说三道四，品头论足，甚至给一些人撑腰打气，他们的用心说穿了无非是想把香港搞乱，把香港变成中国的一个麻烦，进而牵制或者遏制中国的发展。这个图谋是无法得逞的。谢谢。
2019-07-29 16:21:22
香港局势发展到现在，很多人包括国际社会关注的一个问题是解放军的介入，我知道上星期有人问过国防部发言人这个问题，但他是让大家看一下驻军法的条款，我想再问一下您，能不能更直接明确地告诉大家，解放军在什么样的前提下会以什么样的方式介入香港的事务，这样做的国际影响您怎么看？与此相关的是，很多人认为局势发展到现在，可能不是单单一小撮激进分子勾结外部黑手这样的原因可以解释的，很多人觉得是不是中央政府对香港的一些深层次结构上的社会政治矛盾有严重的误判，不知道您怎么回应这种看法？中央政府会不会对相关的政策也做出调整？谢谢。
2019-07-29 16:21:45杨光:
谢谢。你说的第一个问题，我想，在香港基本法里面有明确的规定，我就不多说了，你可以去查一查、看一看。第二个问题，我在前面的发言以及回答问题的过程中也提到了，当前最重要的事情是惩治暴力、维护法治。谢谢。
2019-07-29 16:24:27袭艳春:
最后一个提问。
2019-07-29 16:24:47
香港大公文汇记者:
有人认为香港社会现在存在着比较多的怨气，包括土地、房屋、青年人向上流动等一些深层次的问题没有得到解决，请问中央将会如何来帮助香港解决这些问题？谢谢。
2019-07-29 16:25:13徐露颖:
谢谢你的问题。香港当前确实存在一些深层次的问题，比如土地、房屋、青年向上流动等，我想这些问题出现的原因是深层次的、多方面的，有复杂的历史因素、社会根源，也有国际背景。解决这些问题不是一日之功，需要综合施策、多管齐下。中央政府一直高度关注香港深层次问题，特区政府也一直想方设法去解决这些问题，刚才的发布词中也强调了，发展是解决香港各种问题的金钥匙，对于香港存在的深层次问题还要依靠发展来解决。中央政府会继续支持香港发展经济、改善民生，支持香港积极融入国家发展大局，中央有关部门也会继续推出一系列便利香港居民在内地发展的政策和措施，特别是在建设粤港澳大湾区的过程中会考虑为香港发展拓展新空间、增添新动力，让香港的居民，特别是香港的青年人获得更多发展机会。但是，发展必须要有和谐稳定的社会环境，所以我们希望香港社会各界共同努力，尽快从政治纷争中走出来，抓住重大机遇，实现更好发展。谢谢。
2019-07-29 16:27:17袭艳春:
两位发言人是第一次和大家见面，最后还有没有要和大家交流的？
2019-07-29 16:27:43
杨光:
感谢大家的到来，因为今天时间有限，很多媒体没有时间提问，但是我相信，以后我们还有时间继续交流，大家以后也可以把你们的问题交给我们的同事，我们会及时和大家进行沟通。谢谢大家。
2019-07-29 16:28:34
袭艳春:
谢谢两位发言人，也谢谢大家，发布会到此结束。
2019-07-29 16:29:31
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