SEE Explores Qinghai's Green Technology and Ecological Conservation Initiatives

SEE continues visit to Qinghai

The Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Mr Tse Chin-wan, continued his visit to Qinghai yesterday (July 21) and today (July 22).

Mr Tse first visited the Talatan photovoltaic industrial park yesterday, which is the first 10 million kilowatt-class solar power generation base on the Mainland. Leveraging rich solar and hydro resources in the area, the industrial park has built the "highest capacity solar power facility" and the "highest capacity hydro-solar power station" in the world respectively, and has successfully integrated photovoltaic power generation with ecological management of desertification. It assists locals in shepherding, improves the local ecological environment while promoting clean energy development.

On the afternoon of the same day, Mr Tse visited the Qinghai Lake National Park and the biodiversity conservation centre at Qinghai Lake to learn about the conservation work of plateau species, under the principles of scientific research and monitoring, rescue and breeding, and study-tour experience, as well as the maintenance of the unique ecosystem of plateau wetlands through ecological restoration.

Mr Tse first visited Gangshka Snow Peak in the Qilian Mountains this morning to learn about the "Leave No Trace" hiking mechanism for protecting local glacier and snow mountain ecosystems, with a view to balancing ecological protection with moderate tourism development. The delegation then visited the Qilian Mountain National Park Ecological Science Museum to learn about the development history of national parks across the globe and on the Mainland. They also gained a deeper understanding of the rich ecosystems, ecological value, biodiversity, scientific research and monitoring of the Qilian Mountain National Park, as well as its practical experience in promoting ecological protection education.

The valuable experience of Qinghai Province in successfully integrating green technology, new energy and ecological industries upholds the nation's key concept that "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets". This visit helps Hong Kong to more actively align with the National 15th Five-Year Plan as the city advances its comprehensive green transition and formulates its First Five-Year Plan, thereby supporting the nation to achieve high-quality development.

Mr Tse will conclude his visit in Qinghai and return to Hong Kong tomorrow (July 23).

The Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Mr Tse Chin-wan, continued his visit to Qinghai. Photo shows Mr Tse visiting the Qilian Mountain National Park Ecological Science Museum today (July 22) to learn about the ecosystem of the national park. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Mr Tse Chin-wan, continued his visit to Qinghai. Photo shows Mr Tse (second left) visiting the Qilian Mountain National Park Ecological Science Museum today (July 22), and being briefed on the development history of the national park. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Mr Tse Chin-wan, continued his visit to Qinghai yesterday (July 21). Photo shows Mr Tse (centre) visiting the biodiversity conservation centre at Qinghai Lake, and being briefed by the Deputy Director of the Protection and Utilisation Administration of Qinghai Lake Scenic Area, Mr Chen Dehui (third left), on the protection of the unique ecology at the lake under the principles of scientific research and monitoring, rescue and breeding, and study-tour experience. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Mr Tse Chin-wan, continued his visit to Qinghai. Photo shows Mr Tse (right) visiting the biodiversity conservation centre at Qinghai Lake yesterday (July 21), and being briefed by the Deputy Director of the Protection and Utilisation Administration of Qinghai Lake Scenic Area, Mr Chen Dehui (left), on the work related to the Qinghai Lake National Park, including biodiversity conservation, ecological restoration, and pollution control. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Mr Tse Chin-wan, continued his visit to Qinghai. Photo shows Mr Tse (right) inspecting the operation of solar panels at the Talatan photovoltaic industrial park yesterday (July 21). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Mr Tse Chin-wan, continued his visit to Qinghai. Photo shows Mr Tse (left) visiting the Talatan photovoltaic industrial park yesterday (July 21) to learn about its overall planning and development. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Opening remarks by SCMA at media session (with photo/video)

Following are the opening remarks by the Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Miss Janice Tse Siu-wa, at a media session this afternoon (August 14):

Today marks the conclusion of the public consultation for Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government released the consultation document on June 15, and the consultation has run for two months.

During the consultation period, public response has been very enthusiastic. The general public and stakeholders from different sectors have taken the formulation of Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan very seriously, and have beenkeen to contribute their views and suggestions.

We organised over 100 consultation sessions throughout the public consultation period. About 30 sessions have been conducted by the Chief Executive himself to listen to the views and suggestions from various sectors and industries.

As of today, we have received over 16 000 submissions from different sectors, the general public and stakeholders from different backgrounds. The public's very strong support for our effort is most appreciated.

Indeed, Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan will help us better seize both international and national development opportunities. It is not only a matter for the HKSAR, but also an integral part of the National 15th Five-Year Plan.

Hong Kong's Five-Year Plan is a major initiative to integrate into and serve the overall development of the country, and at the same time, a milestone for public administration in Hong Kong.

We will continue with our efforts in collating and analysing the views and suggestions, and we will strive to publish the formal document within September. Thank you.

(Please also refer to the Chinese portion of the remarks.)

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Opening remarks by SCMA at media session (with photo/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Source: AI-found images