Hong Kong holds flag-raising ceremony to mark 75th founding anniversary of PRC

The government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) held a flag-raising ceremony and a reception on Tuesday to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC).

China's national flag and the HKSAR flag were hoisted and the national anthem was played at the Golden Bauhinia Square in Hong Kong on Tuesday morning, followed by a fly-past and a sea parade at Victoria Harbor by the disciplined services.

Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference Leung Chun-ying, HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee, officials of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR and personages from various sectors of Hong Kong attended the ceremony.

After the ceremony, the attendees headed for the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center to join the National Day reception.

The Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR, the national security office of the central government in the HKSAR, the Commissioner's Office of China's Foreign Ministry in the HKSAR and the Hong Kong Garrison of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) also held national flag-raising ceremonies, respectively, on Tuesday morning.

Hong Kong holds flag-raising ceremony to mark 75th founding anniversary of PRC

Hong Kong holds flag-raising ceremony to mark 75th founding anniversary of PRC

Engaging over five million consumers, China's innovative home appliance trade-in initiative has generated a remarkable 33.5 billion yuan in sales, revealing a vibrant consumption landscape brimming with potential.

According to the Ministry of Commerce, more than 5.11 million consumers have participated in the nationwide appliance trade-in program as of Sunday, purchasing 7.11 million units across eight major categories. This surge has led to sales exceeding 33.5 billion yuan, supported by 6.4 billion yuan in central subsidies.

The program has ignited a passion among the consumers for energy-efficient and smart technology, with a staggering 92.5 percent of sales coming from first-level energy efficiency appliances.

Regions like Hubei, Shanghai, and Chongqing are getting creative with their subsidy offerings, incorporating popular items such as water purifiers, dishwashers, and robotic vacuum cleaners.

As the initiative gains momentum, the Ministry of Commerce is committed to further enhancing the subsidy rollouts. By encouraging local governments to act swiftly, they aim to capitalize on major shopping events like the National Day and "Double Eleven" to fully release the policy effects.

Trade-in program unlocks consumer potential in China's appliance market