Hong Kong leader praises media at News Workers' Federation 30th anniversary
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam addressed the Hong Kong News Workers' Federation's 30th anniversary, praising its role in promoting professionalism and national values. She urged the media to counter misinformation, support the city's first five-year plan, and foster patriotism.
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam praised the Hong Kong News Workers' Federation (HKNWF) for its three decades of work in uniting patriotic journalists and fostering exchanges with peers at home and abroad, during a speech at the federation's 30th anniversary gala on 13 November 2026.
Lam highlighted the concept of 'establishing oneself, one's career, and one's family' as key to the federation's growth. She called on the media to uphold professional ethics, counter false information, and maintain credibility. 'The public expects the industry to be fair and report the truth,' she said.
On 'establishing one's career', Lam noted that 2026 marks the start of the national 15th Five-Year Plan and Hong Kong's first five-year plan, which aligns with national strategy. She said the policy address this year pledged to help local media expand overseas networks to 'tell the Hong Kong story' and showcase China's modernisation.
Lam emphasised the media's role in fostering public understanding of government policies and the city's first five-year plan. She expressed confidence that the industry would help build consensus on Hong Kong's transition 'from chaos to governance'.
On 'establishing one's family', Lam urged the media to use technology and new channels to promote patriotic education and core values compatible with the 'one country, two systems' principle, strengthening social cohesion.
The chief executive concluded by expressing hope that the HKNWF and the wider media industry would continue to contribute to national rejuvenation through quality journalism.
