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DC reform meetings held

The Government held exchange meetings on the theme of improving the district governance system and reforming the District Councils (DCs) at the Central Government Offices today.   Over 80 Hong Kong Special Administrative Region deputies to the National People's Congress (NPC) and Hong Kong SAR members of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) were there to exchange views on improving the district governance system and supporting the District Council election.   Chief Executive John Lee noted that it is the first major citywide election after improving the district governance system and reforming the DCs, and is of particular significance.   He said it also marks the final mile for the full implementation of the principle of “patriots administering Hong Kong” in the district governance structure.   The Chief Executive also noted that the election is of great significance to the good governance and the long-term st
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Pledge event to promote mediation

The Department of Justice will hold the “Mediate First” Pledge Event 2023 on May 5 to further promote the mediation culture.   Secretary for Justice Paul Lam and his deputy Cheung Kwok-kwan will speak at the event.   International Organization for Mediation Preparatory Office Director-General Sun Jin will also deliver a keynote speech, while judges, lawyers and mediators will share their insights.   There will be an introduction on the use of a case settlement conference to create a synergy effect between the litigation and alternative dispute resolution process, and how everyday disputes can be resolved through mediation.   A drama will also be presented and the Mediation Information Fair will be held this year for participants to get more information on mediation services, training courses and the accreditation mechanism for mediators.   The “Mediate First” Pledge signing ceremony and a Star Logo Award presentation ceremony will be held right after the forum, aiming to encourage the pledgees to continue to fulfil their “Mediate First” pledge and proactively consider using mediation to resolve disputes.   A total of 32 pledgees will be awarded the Star Logo this year.
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