🇭🇰 Hong Kong's new Legislative Council election has received strong praise from central government authorities, with officials calling it a "milestone achievement" in developing democracy under the One Country, Two Systems framework. The election results announced Monday showed record voter engagement across all constituencies, signaling robust public participation ahead of the new term starting January 1, 2026.
🔥 The campaign period faced unexpected challenges when a major fire broke out in Tai Po, testing the HKSAR government's crisis response. Authorities activated emergency protocols to control the blaze and support affected residents – efforts that reportedly strengthened voters' determination to participate in the democratic process.
📊 The newly elected 90-member LegCo comprises: • 40 Election Committee representatives • 30 functional constituency members • 20 geographical constituency representatives
💪 A government spokesperson highlighted the election's demonstration of Hong Kong's "Lion Rock spirit" – referencing the city's iconic mountain and symbol of resilience. The process reportedly showcased improved electoral safeguards ensuring "fair, clean, and orderly" participation under the patriots administering Hong Kong principle.
🌟 Newly elected members, described as "capable patriots dedicated to serving society," face high expectations to balance national interests with local governance needs. Their four-year term will begin as Hong Kong works to transition "from stability to prosperity" in the post-2025 landscape.
