209.     Hong Kong is a city of migrants.  Our forebears from diverse origins came to this tiny island simply to earn a living and build their homes.  They worked hard through the years and, without realising it, created a unique city with its own character.  We cherish freedom, respect the rule of law, and treasure equality, justice, integrity, pluralism and inclusiveness.  These are the core values of Hong Kong.

210.     There have been worries that our core values would be lost after reunification.  In fact, these core values have remained intact.  I love Hong Kong and our country as much as every one of you.  By safeguarding our core values whole-heartedly, we will be able to continue making unique contributions to our country and ensure the lasting success of “One Country, Two Systems”.  Hong Kong will then go from strength to strength and build a brighter future.

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