When meeting the media before attending the Executive Council on the 17th, the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Lee Ka-chiu, stated that Hong Kong will hold more than 400 activities to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's R

When meeting the media before attending the Executive Council on the 17th, Hong Kong SAR Chief Executive Lee Ka-chiu said that Hong Kong will hold more than 400 activities to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, including free rides on trams and the Star Ferry on National Day, and allowing citizens to watch movies at half price. , some restaurants offer discounts, etc.

Li Jiachao said that this year is the first National Day since the SAR has completed the constitutional responsibility of local legislation under Article 23 of the Hong Kong Basic Law, improved regional governance and reshaped the district councils, which has special significance. The SAR government attaches great importance to celebrating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. It has established a regional governance leadership committee chaired by the Chief Secretary for Administration and a regional governance group chaired by the Deputy Secretary for Administration to provide high-level coordination and supervision for the preparations for National Day activities. Make every effort to organize National Day activities.

Li Jiachao said that Hong Kong will hold more than 400 celebration activities. This year’s celebrations have three major features, including diversification, city-wide celebration, and fun with everyone. Specific activities include:

The SAR government will subsidize half of the ticket price through the Film Development Fund, and citizens are invited to watch movies at half price on October 1;

All passengers can ride trams for free on National Day, and use Octopus to get a 25% discount on most MTR routes. Discount;

From September 30 to October 2, all passengers can take the Star Ferry for free between Tsim Sha Tsui, Wan Chai and Central routes;

Multiple sports and recreational facilities and all museum exhibitions under the Leisure and Cultural Services Department of the SAR Government , Hong Kong Wetland Park will also be open for free on National Day.

Picture source: Li Jiachao Weibo

Li Jiachao said that all policy bureaus are actively promoting the celebration of National Day in various areas, and adding "75" number-related elements and features to many activities, such as arranging the 75th civil servant volunteer team to send warmth activities, providing free dental examination and consultation services to 750 elderly people, subsidizing 7,500 citizens for local travel, etc.

He continued that the District Offices of Hong Kong will organize activities together with district councils and regional groups, such as drone performances, color parades, lantern exhibitions, etc., to showcase regional characteristics and celebrate the birth of New China.

In order to make citizens happy with their purchases, the SAR government will also work with the industry to launch different discounts and rewards on National Day, covering many shopping malls, the West Kowloon Cultural District, Ocean Park, Ngong Ping 360, the Peak Tram and other institutions. On National Day, as many as 3,000 restaurants will offer dining discounts, and at least 10,000 public markets and hawker stalls will offer 25% discounts on shopping.

Li Jiachao called on citizens to actively participate in various activities and celebrate the National Day together.

When meeting the media before attending the Executive Council on the 17th, Hong Kong SAR Chief Executive Lee Ka-chiu said that Hong Kong will hold more than 400 activities to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, including free rides on trams and the Star Ferry on National Day, and allowing citizens to watch movies at half price. , some restaurants offer discounts, etc.

Li Jiachao said that this year is the first National Day since the SAR has completed the constitutional responsibility of local legislation under Article 23 of the Hong Kong Basic Law, improved regional governance and reshaped the district councils, which has special significance. The SAR government attaches great importance to celebrating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. It has established a regional governance leadership committee chaired by the Chief Secretary for Administration and a regional governance group chaired by the Deputy Secretary for Administration to provide high-level coordination and supervision for the preparations for National Day activities. Make every effort to organize National Day activities.

Li Jiachao said that Hong Kong will hold more than 400 celebration activities. This year’s celebrations have three major features, including diversification, city-wide celebration, and fun with everyone. Specific activities include:

The SAR government will subsidize half of the ticket price through the Film Development Fund, and citizens are invited to watch movies at half price on October 1;

All passengers can ride trams for free on National Day, and use Octopus to get a 25% discount on most MTR routes. Discount;

From September 30 to October 2, all passengers can take the Star Ferry for free between Tsim Sha Tsui, Wan Chai and Central routes;

Multiple sports and recreational facilities and all museum exhibitions under the Leisure and Cultural Services Department of the SAR Government , Hong Kong Wetland Park will also be open for free on National Day.

Picture source: Li Jiachao Weibo

Li Jiachao said that all policy bureaus are actively promoting the celebration of National Day in various areas, and adding "75" number-related elements and features to many activities, such as arranging the 75th civil servant volunteer team to send warmth activities, providing free dental examination and consultation services to 750 elderly people, subsidizing 7,500 citizens for local travel, etc.

He continued that the District Offices of Hong Kong will organize activities together with district councils and regional groups, such as drone performances, color parades, lantern exhibitions, etc., to showcase regional characteristics and celebrate the birth of New China.

In order to make citizens happy with their purchases, the SAR government will also work with the industry to launch different discounts and rewards on National Day, covering many shopping malls, the West Kowloon Cultural District, Ocean Park, Ngong Ping 360, the Peak Tram and other institutions. On National Day, as many as 3,000 restaurants will offer dining discounts, and at least 10,000 public markets and hawker stalls will offer 25% discounts on shopping.

Li Jiachao called on citizens to actively participate in various activities and celebrate the National Day together.

Picture source: Li Jiachao Weibo

Source: China News Network China News Service (reporter Han Xingtong), Li Jiachao Weibo