Mainland pivotal in HK's food quality, safety

85% of fresh fruits, vegetables, poultry arrive via Shenzhen

Food supplied by the Chinese mainland has played a crucial role in improving the livelihoods of residents in Hong Kong since its return to China 20 years ago, and the special administrative region is expected to continue enjoying high-quality, safe food products.

"The central government has attached high importance to the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and the well-being of its residents, and has made great efforts to ensure the safety of food and agricultural products supplied to Hong Kong over the past 20 years," said China's General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine in a release.