National Day: HK residents in high spirit
HONG KONG - As Hong Kong celebrated the 72nd anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China on Friday, some local residents who attended the celebrations expressed their hope for a brighter future for the city and the country.
They talked to China Daily during the events, which featured escort of a giant national flag seeking blessings for the country, and a flyby and a sea parade by the disciplined services. There were also singing and dancing performances.
Clement Wong, 55
Hong Kong businessman
These two years (2020 and 2021) are special for Hong Kong. I have come here today to see the changes the city has undergone. I believe the change has happened because people have more freedom now to express themselves. People are more appreciative of different views and cherish the peaceful and law-abiding environment in Hong Kong.
As a businessman, I think Hong Kong will continue to benefit from its close ties with the Chinese mainland. Among the main examples is the opportunities brought by the development of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, including the Qianhai and Hengqing cooperation zones. All these have been made possible due to major policies, with the central government's strong support for Hong Kong's future prosperity. We need to fully embrace these initiatives.
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