The Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, met the Commander-in-chief of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Hong Kong Garrison, Major General Chen Daoxiang, at Government House this afternoon (April 17). The Secretary for Security, Mr John Lee, also attended the meeting.

     Mrs Lam welcomed Major General Chen's assumption of office in Hong Kong this month. She said that the Hong Kong Garrison has been performing its functions and responsibilities in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) in strict accordance with the Basic Law, the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Garrisoning of the HKSAR and other relevant laws, serving as a solid backup for maintaining the long-term prosperity and stability of the HKSAR. She said that the Hong Kong Garrison has always been well-disciplined and law-abiding and actively participating in community and charitable activities as well as organising frequently such activities as open days for its military sites and summer camps for youths, which are well received by members of the public. She said she believes that the Hong Kong Garrison, under the leadership of Major General Chen, will continue to uphold its excellent tradition and contribute to the HKSAR.

Ends/Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Issued at HKT 16:56

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