Xi made the remarks when addressing the closing meeting of the first session of the 14th National People's Congress. He stressed the need to fully, faithfully and resolutely implement the policy of "one country, two systems," under which the people of Hong Kong administer Hong Kong and with a high degree of autonomy.

Xi also underscored the importance of remaining committed to law-based governance in Hong Kong, and supporting the HKSAR in growing their economies, improving their people's lives, and better integrating themselves into the country's overall development.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu attended the closing meeting of the first session of the 14th National People's Congress today and said that he was most encouraged by Xi's speech.

Lee stressed that Hong Kong has always been a witness, participant and contributor in advancing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, and it will firmly ensure the steadfast and successful implementation of "one country, two systems" and leverage its strengths to meet the country's needs.

He also met with members of the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China on Monday. He hoped that the chamber would continue to assist Hong Kong people and businessmen and offer valuable advice on facilitating their development in the mainland.

Lee will start calling on various central ministries on Tuesday.