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In response to the procession today (July 1), a Government spokesman reiterated that the HKSAR Government fully respected people's rights to take part in processions and their freedom of expression and would listen to their views in a humble manner.
The Government will uphold the core values of Hong Kong and protect the freedom and rights of the people. The Chief Executive and his team will honour their pledge to hold themselves accountable to the people. They will go to the districts to listen to people's views and aspirations and work together with them to address the deep-rooted problems in a pragmatic manner, improve people's livelihood and promote harmony and stability in society.
Ends/Sunday, July 1, 2012
Issued at HKT 18:32
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