Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, delivered an important speech at a meeting celebrating the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland and the inaugural ceremony of the sixth-term government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). 

Here are the highlights:

▌Looking back

- Hong Kong enjoys true democracy after return to motherland

- Hong Kong actively integrates itself into national development blueprint

- Hong Kong has weathered all sorts of challenges since its return to China

- Xi hails Hong Kong's irreplaceable contribution to motherland's economic miracle

▌"One country, two systems"

- Practice of "one country, two systems" in Hong Kong a success recognized by all

- Hong Kong's democratic system in line with "one country, two systems" policy

- "One country, two systems" in line with fundamental interests of the country

- Safeguarding national sovereignty, security and development interests is highest principle of "one country, two systems"

- "One country, two systems" must be adhered to over long run

▌"Patriots administering Hong Kong"

- "Patriots administering Hong Kong" must be upheld

- To keep the power to administer the HKSAR firmly in the hands of patriots is essential for safeguarding the long-term stability and security of Hong Kong

▌Looking forward

- Region's unique status and advantages must be upheld

- Central government fully supports region in maintaining a free, open and regulated business environment

- We must uphold central government's overall jurisdiction over HKSAR and protect region's high degree of autonomy

- Enhance governing ability and effectiveness are urgent need for HKSAR's development

- Chief executive needs to consider overall perspective and long-term needs when planning region's development

- Central government fully supports region's participation in 14th Five-Year Plan, Belt & Road Initiative

- Central government fully supports region's wider and closer exchanges and cooperation with the world

- New SAR government should make people & society's expectations the greatest pursuit of governance

- Hong Kong residents should work together to maintain harmony and stability

- SAR government should create more opportunities for young people's growth and success

庆祝香港回归祖国25周年大会暨香港特别行政区第六届政府就职典礼7月1日上午在香港会展中心隆重举行。中共中央总书记、国家主席、中央军委主席习近平出席并发表重要讲话。