SAR able to handle challenges, maintain stability

HONG KONG - Hong Kong has an irreplaceable role to play in the country's development and opening-up process, said Vice-Premier Li Keqiang after wrapping up his three-day visit to the city on Thursday, using three key words to sum up his impressions with Hong Kong - "potential, vigor and vitality".

Hong Kong under the rule of "One Country, Two Systems" has great vitality, he said, adding that the city is capable of dealing with challenges and maintaining prosperity and stability.

The Hong Kong people are hardworking, smart, dedicated and very professional, Li said.