Chinese vice-premier stresses shared duty in Hong Kong’s executive-led governance

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Matthew ChengMarch 6, 2026 at 03:21 AM

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Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang emphasized the importance of Hong Kong's executive-led governance system for aligning with China's development plans and integrating with the mainland. Speaking to Hong Kong and Macau members of the CPPCC on Friday, Ding stated that implementing this system is not solely the responsibility of the Chief Executive. He stressed that it requires a shared effort from the legislative and judicial branches, as well as all sectors of Hong Kong society. Ding, who leads the Central Leading Group on Hong Kong and Macau Affairs, acknowledged that genuinely implementing the executive-led system is a challenging task. He called for strengthened leadership from the Chief Executive and government, along with coordination and support from all parts of society.

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Macau ×360% Central Leading Group on Hong Kong and Macau Affairs 65% Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) 70% China 80% Ding Xuexiang ×490% Hong Kong ×495%

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