Xi's promise to HK development fulfilled

SAR has experienced steady economic growth with lower unemployment rate

One year ago, President Xi Jinping called upon the people of Hong Kong to redouble their efforts, leverage their strengths and build their economy under "one country, two systems". His remarks have energized and reinvigorated the special administrative region, as the city has boasted a banner year ever since.

Since the president's inspection tour on June 29 through July 1 last year, Hong Kong has experienced steady economic growth. The polarization that divided the city is now less fractious, and the SAR has achieved even greater integration with the Chinese mainland. There are also new initiatives to help the people of the city, especially the young, to achieve their hopes for a better future.