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Beijing Urges Hong Kong to Support Executive Governance Model

1/27/2026

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Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office, urged Hong Kong legislators to back the executive-led governance model.
The appeal occurred at a Beijing seminar on January 26, 2026.
He said the legislative and judicial branches should cooperate with the government to improve governance efficiency and accountability, aligning with the national 15th Five-Year Plan.

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Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office, urged Hong Kong legislators to back the executive-led governance model.
The appeal occurred at a Beijing seminar on January 26, 2026.
He said the legislative and judicial branches should cooperate with the government to improve governance efficiency and accountability, aligning with the national 15th Five-Year Plan.