As the 2026 Two Sessions continue in Beijing, Hong Kong Deputy to NPC Ginny Man has weighed in on a key legislative topic: the Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress.
Man explained that the legislation aims to bring people from all ethnic groups closer together and strengthen the sense of national identity and community. The legislation mandates that all schools use Putonghua and simplified Chinese characters for teaching, while also supporting the learning and use of native minority languages, as well as the protection and research of minority antique texts and literature.
Man noted that Hong Kong stands to benefit significantly from this law, as it reinforces the principle of "unity in diversity." She added that with policy support for broader education on Chinese history, culture, and national situations, Hong Kong can better integrate into the nation's overall development while maintaining its unique cultural heritage.
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