Commentary says LegCo election crucial for passing of post-disaster bills

The Hong Kong and Macao Office of the CPC Central Committee forwarded a commentary from Ta Kung Pao, which said a new Legislative Council should be elected as soon as possible to ensure the timely passage of bills related to post-disaster reconstruction. It also urged citizens to vote.

The article said a swift election of a new Legislative Council is crucial for the timely passage of bills related to post-disaster reconstruction and the approval of relevant funding, which will support the SAR government in disaster relief and post-disaster recovery efforts.

It called on all sectors to transform grief into strength and do their utmost to organise the election and actively participate in voting.