🗳️ History in motion! Voting began Sunday morning for Hong Kong's 8th Legislative Council election, with 90 seats up for grabs in this pivotal political event. Over 4 million registered voters across the HKSAR can cast ballots until 10:30 PM local time at 630 polling stations.
This election marks the first LegCo vote since 2021's electoral reforms under the "patriots administering Hong Kong" principle. Candidates range from seasoned policymakers to fresh faces advocating tech innovation and youth housing solutions 🏠💡. Results are expected by Monday noon.
"This election ensures Hong Kong's stability while reflecting diverse voices," said Chief Executive John Lee during a morning press briefing. International observers from 23 countries are monitoring the process, which features enhanced anti-epidemic measures 😷.
Young voters like 24-year-old university student Emily Chan told us: "I'm voting for candidates who understand our Gen-Z challenges – from metaverse job markets to climate resilience." 🌱
