Hong Kong residents celebrate 75th anniversary of founding of PRC by voicing strong support for motherland's further development

People from all walks of life in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) have extended their heartfelt congratulations and voiced their support and solidarity for the motherland's further development as China will embrace the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC) on Oct 1.

To mark this special occasion, the Hong Kong SAR will hold over 400 events, including a flag-raising ceremony, a firework display and a drone performance.

"Hong Kong is now immersed in a vibrant festive atmosphere as the 75th anniversary of the founding of the PRC draws near. The Hong Kong SAR government has organized over 400 events, and the streets are already adorned with various decorations. I believe this year's celebratory spirit will be the strongest since Hong Kong's return to the motherland in 1997," said Tu Haiming, deputy head of the Committee on Liaison with Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and Overseas Chinese of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC).

He wished prosperity and stability for the the motherland, hoping for steady growth and a bright future for both the Hong Kong and the Macao SARs under the "one country, two systems" principle.

"I would like to extend my best wishes to the motherland. As a mainland company based in Hong Kong, Chu Kong Shipping Enterprises (Group) Co., Ltd.(CKSG) will leverage the business and resource advantages to actively serve the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and further integrate into the national development strategy," said Liu Guanghui, chairman of CKSG, referring to the GBA, which is a megalopolis comprising the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macao as well as nine cities in the neighboring Guangdong Province, and the BRI, a China-proposed initiative aimed at boosting infrastructure, connectivity, and trade across multiple continents.

"I was born here in Hong Kong. My early years were in Shanghai. And I've seen the extraordinary progress of China. It's wonderful to see. And especially when you measure it in the progress which takes place in the mainland, it's quite extraordinary. I send my warm congratulations," said Michael Kadoorie, chairman of the Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels Ltd. and CLP Holdings Ltd.

Hong Kong residents celebrate 75th anniversary of founding of PRC by voicing strong support for motherland's further development

Hong Kong residents celebrate 75th anniversary of founding of PRC by voicing strong support for motherland's further development

Hong Kong residents celebrate 75th anniversary of founding of PRC by voicing strong support for motherland's further development

Hong Kong residents celebrate 75th anniversary of founding of PRC by voicing strong support for motherland's further development

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya described the current state of bilateral relations with China as entering a "stronger chapter" grounded in mutual respect, commitment and trust.

In an interview with China Media Group (CMG) aired on Friday, Amarasuriya emphasized the enduring friendship between the two countries and expressed confidence that the relationship is poised for even greater stability.

"We've had a long standing relationship. And this is a new chapter. And I think a stronger chapter, because I only see the relationship getting stronger, becoming stronger, because the thinking process is aligned, the vision is more aligned, and the strategies are more aligned. So, this relationship, I am confident, will continue to be an example of what a good, strong bilateral relationship [is] -- one that is based on mutual respect and commitment and trust, and what it can deliver for both countries," she said.

Her remarks build on assurances made during her October 2025 visit to Beijing, when President Xi Jinping underscored the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and pledged support for Sri Lanka’s sovereignty and independence. At that time, both sides highlighted the relationship as a model of friendly ties and mutually beneficial cooperation, with Sri Lanka reaffirming its adherence to the one-China principle.

While the earlier discussions centered on Belt and Road projects and China’s global initiatives, Amarasuriya’s latest comments mark a shift toward strategic alignment, stressing shared vision and coordinated pathways.

Sri Lanka PM highlights stronger chapter in China ties built on trust, shared vision