Books on President Xi’s thoughts to serve as ‘action guide’ for Hongkongers

The launch of the traditional Chinese version of three books on President Xi Jinping’s thoughts should serve as an “action guide” for residents to contribute to Hong Kong and the nation’s development, Beijing’s top official in the city has said.

Hong Kong leader John Lee Ka-chiu also said on Wednesday during the books’ release that the new editions would enable residents to gain a deeper understanding of Xi’s thoughts.

The three books, which centre on Xi’s thoughts on education, culture and his engagement with the Chinese and global communities, were published in the traditional script and rolled out in the city for the first time after their release in mainland China last year.

Zhou Ji, director of Beijing’s liaison office in Hong Kong, said the debut of the books would allow readers in the city and Macau as well as those overseas to better understand Xi’s thoughts.

“The release of the three books in traditional Chinese in Hong Kong not only serves as an intellectual feast but also as a guide for action,” Zhou said in his speech at the book launch event.

“Let’s cherish and make good use of this spiritual wealth to promote Hong Kong’s better development and make greater contributions to the cause of building a strong nation and national rejuvenation.”

He urged the city to obtain a comprehensive understanding of Xi’s book on education and promote high-quality education development in Hong Kong, including strengthening patriotism education and building an international talent hub.