The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government will host a series of celebratory events to mark the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China. Combining celebratory activities with patriotic education, the programme seeks to celebrate the glorious journey and tremendous achievements of the Communist Party of China over the past 105 years, and to tell a good Hong Kong story on the successful implementation of "one country, two systems".

     The HKSAR Government and the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR jointly organised a launch ceremony of activities in celebration of the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre today (July 1), marking the commencement of these events. The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, and the Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR, Mr Zhou Ji, officiated at the launch ceremony and delivered speeches.

     Other officiating guests include Vice-Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference Mr C Y Leung; the Head of the Office for Safeguarding National Security of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR, Mr Dong Jingwei; the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the HKSAR, Mr Cui Jianchun, the Political Commissar of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Hong Kong Garrison, Navy Rear Admiral Lai Ruxin; and the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki.

     About 500 guests attended the launch ceremony, including senior government officials, representatives of the organs of the Central People's Government in Hong Kong, former Chief Executives, members of the Executive Council, members of the Legislative Council, HKSAR deputies to the National People's Congress, HKSAR members of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, members of the Working Group on Patriotic Education, students, youth, representatives of district and business associations.

     Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Lee said that over the past 105 years, the Communist Party of China has all along been upholding its objective and mission to unite Chinese people through perseverance, to promote the prosperity of Chinese culture, leading the way to a new chapter in the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

     "Hong Kong is an indispensable part of the nation. We have been sharing weal and woe with our country. Since returning to the motherland on July 1, 1997, Hong Kong has a strong backing to rely on for our long term prosperity and stability, and a promising future. History powerfully proves that the Communist Party of China is the the core leadership for national rejuvenation. The new China under the leadership of the Communist Party of China provides fundamental safeguards for the prosperity and development of Hong Kong. Under the great concept of 'one country, two systems' and its successful implementation, Hong Kong possesses the distinctive advantages of enjoying strong support of the motherland and being closely connected to the world. Under the leadership of the Communist Party of China, the Central Government shows great care and love to Hong Kong, giving us staunch support. Hong Kong has embarked on a new journey from disorder to stability and prosperity, and this is a good manifestation of the great vitality of 'one country, two systems'", he said.

     Mr Zhou said in his speech that the "one country, two systems" principle is a great innovation of the Communist Party of China, and is an important core element of socialism with Chinese characteristics. Since Hong Kong's return to the motherland, the Central Government has been providing full support to Hong Kong in encountering different risks and challenges; providing full support to Hong Kong in developing the economy and improving people's livelihood; and providing full support to Hong Kong in maintaining the unique positions and strengths. This year marks the beginning of the National 15th Five-Year Plan. In embarking on the new journey, the nation has very high expectation of Hong Kong in attaining a promising prospect with prosperity. The nation strongly believes that Hong Kong will be able to, in the course of integrating into and serving the overall national development, achieve better development with better prosperity and stability. Hong Kong will also be able to and make new and greater contributions to building China into a great country and advancing national rejuvenation.

     To encourage participation of the public, the District Offices across all 18 districts in Hong Kong will organise an array of celebratory events from July to August. The Education Bureau has also included the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China into the National Education – Event Planning Calendar for the 2025/26 School Year to strengthen students' understanding of the development of the Communist Party of China, and to enhance their affection for the country and the Chinese people.

     Besides, also in July and August, the HKSAR Government will kick start thematic events in celebration of the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China. Themed on "Aerospace Achievements" and "Green Transition", these events provide an introduction of the nation's achievements in these areas and Hong Kong's role in terms of participation and contribution, strengthening the sense of national identity and the sense of national pride among the citizens of Hong Kong. 

     Details of the series of celebratory events organised by the HKSAR Government to mark the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China are available from a dedicated website (in Chinese only):
www.cmab.gov.hk/tc/issues/105A/

     Prior to the launch ceremony, the HKSAR Government arranged for guests to watch the event on the celebration of the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China held in Beijing. Arrangements have also been made for Radio Television Hong Kong to broadcast live the proceedings in full on RTHK TV 31 and 32.

Ends/Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Issued at HKT 21:45

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