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SHA holds briefing sessions on improvements to electoral system of Hong Kong (with photos/video)
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     The Secretary for Home Affairs, Mr Caspar Tsui, strongly supports the amended Annex I to the Basic Law on Method for the Selection of the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Annex II to the Basic Law on Method for the Formation of the Legislative Council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and its Voting Procedures approved by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress. Mr Tsui today (March 31) held two briefing sessions for the Chairman and members of the Heung Yee Kuk, and religious leaders and representatives to elaborate on the necessity and urgency to improve the electoral system.

     Mr Tsui said the improvements in the electoral system of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) will establish a political structure that upholds the "one country, two systems" principle, ensures "patriots administering Hong Kong" and reflects the actual situation of Hong Kong. It will effectively enhance the governance capability of the HKSAR, improve people's livelihood and ensure the long-term prosperity and stability of the city. The Home Affairs Bureau will spare no effort in taking forward the relevant work.
 
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The Secretary for Home Affairs, Mr Caspar Tsui, today (March 31) held a briefing session for the Chairman and members of the Heung Yee Kuk to elaborate on the necessity and urgency to improve the electoral system of Hong Kong.
The Secretary for Home Affairs, Mr Caspar Tsui, today (March 31) held a briefing session for the Chairman and members of the Heung Yee Kuk (HYK) to elaborate on the necessity and urgency to improve the electoral system of Hong Kong. Photo shows (from left) the Vice-Chairman of the HYK, Mr Mok Kam-kwai; the Under Secretary for Home Affairs, Mr Jack Chan; Mr Tsui; the Chairman of the HYK, Mr Kenneth Lau; and the Vice-Chairman of the HYK, Mr Lam Wai-Keung, at the briefing session.
The Secretary for Home Affairs, Mr Caspar Tsui, today (March 31) held a briefing session for religious leaders and representatives to elaborate on the necessity and urgency to improve the electoral system of Hong Kong.

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Briefing sessions on improving electoral system of HKSAR (1)