Policy Address

XIII. Conclusion

255.         Mr President, Honourable Members and fellow citizens, over the past year, in line with the concept of seeking change while maintaining overall stability, the current-term Government has continued to work with the community to improve Hong Kong’s social and economic development.  Our concerted efforts have born fruits.  In the year ahead, to make the best use of the new opportunities arising from the 13th Five-Year Plan, the Belt and Road Initiative as well as innovation and technology, all of us must join forces to work for the short, medium and long-term development of Hong Kong.

256.         Though highly developed, as an export-dependent small and open economy, Hong Kong is vulnerable to external changes.  We must therefore stay vigilant and take precautions to deal with fluctuations in the external environment.

257.         In the coming year, the Government and the whole community will need to reach a consensus on a number of major labour relations issues and the direction of social security.  In the process, the Government and I will do our best to promote mutual understanding among all sectors and all walks of life.  I hope that the efforts we make will benefit all parties and enhance social harmony and stability.

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