President Xi Jinping said Thursday that the central government will as always support the Hong Kong Special Administrative¹ Region (HKSAR) in growing its economy and improving people's wellbeing.

 

中国国家主席习近平周四表示，中央政府将会一如既往地支持香港特别行政区发展经济、改善民生。

 

Xi made the remarks upon his arrival at the Hong Kong International Airport for a three-day trip. He will attend celebrations marking the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland and the inauguration² of the HKSAR's fifth-term government. He will also inspect the HKSAR. 

 

Speaking to reporters at the airport, the president said his Hong Kong tour would serve to express best wishes for the HKSAR, showcase the central government's support for Hong Kong, and help the region plan its future.

 

"I'm pleased to have set foot in Hong Kong once again after nine years," Xi said. "Hong Kong's development has always pulled at my heartstrings."

 

Xi congratulated the HKSAR on the great achievements it has made over the past 20 years since its establishment, and encouraged the HKSAR to create new glory.

 

The central government, which has offered strong backing for Hong Kong in the past 20 years, will as always support the HKSAR in growing its economy and improving people's wellbeing, Xi said.

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